Group Accountant

Sage Global Services Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a multicultural environment, assisting with the preparation of consolidated financial statements and liaising with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statutory accounting and a proactive approach to problem-solving. With a focus on accuracy and attention to detail, you will contribute to the financial success of the organization while enjoying the flexibility of part-time hours. If you are passionate about finance and thrive in fast-paced settings, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years post qualified experience in audit or group accounting.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and present clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for nine entities.
• Ensure financial reporting adheres to IFRS and UK GAAP standards.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

ACA / CPA Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hello, we’re Toppan Digital Language. We’re a language solutions provider that’s enabled by tech. Our mission is to help global companies with high-risk, business-critical content sell with confidence in any language.

We aim to be the #1 localization partner for companies in life sciences and healthcare, market insights, consumer brands, financial and legal services. Our ambition is proudly backed by Toppan Inc., a worldwide leader in content distribution with a global team of more than 50,000 employees.

Operating globally, we design language solutions with the best teams and the best tech to meet our customers’ needs at speed, at scale—securely. We are obsessed with our clients’ success, and as importantly, our employees’. We want to build a reputable firm that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent in our industry. Our values reflect the thinking of our founders who have decades of trusted industry and localization expertise. They act as a major force in shaping our company culture: an entrepreneurial spirit that embraces a growth mindset and an ethos of inspiring excellence. We want our teams and leaders to bring their best each day!

Reporting to the Group FD, the Group Accountant will be a key flexible player who is technically strong, confident communicating with business and external stakeholders and brings a can do hands-on work ethic. The ideal candidate is used to deal with statutory accounting, including overseas entities, tax accounting and reporting, audit preparation and execution and internal control process improvement and documentation. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative and multicultural environment.

Working hours: part-time (21-24 hours per week)

Location: London based or monthly travel to London HQ

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements for the group (nine entities), including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, for both monthly reporting purposes and year-end statutory accounts.
• Liaise with subsidiary accounting teams, advisors and auditors to assist with preparation of and audit of subsidiary accounts and prepare supporting information to resolve audit queries in a timely manner.
• Monitor and reconcile group intercompany accounts to ensure consistency and accuracy, including liaison with counterparties within the wider TOPPAN Holdings Inc group.
• Maintain current knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and auditing technical standards, and its application, ensuring all financial reporting adheres to relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
• Provide insight and training to the management accounting team on changes to, and on the application of accounting standards in their area of work.
• Ensure necessary internal controls are implemented and documented, in line with wider group accounting policies and best practice.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting and tax accounting and consolidation processes.
• Assist in group tax planning, transfer pricing and compliance, working alongside external advisors.
• Support with group cash flow management and forecasting and foreign exchange risk monitoring.
• Assist with due diligence and other projects that may occur from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• ACA / CPA or equivalent with 7-10 years post qualified experience, in an audit, group accounting, or similar role.
• Highly proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and One drive tools).
• Experience preparing and reviewing group financial statements, with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong ability to analyze complex financial data and standard and present them in a clear, concise manner with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with stakeholders across the finance team and wider business.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent data accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Good judgement and strong problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and good time management skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and use own initiative.
• Positive and creative mindset.
• Flexible and dedicated.
• Self-motivated and able to perform under minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural and inclusive environments.
• Resourceful, quick learner and team player.

Toppan Digital Language is committed to equality in employment and is able to consider any necessary adjustments during the recruitment process.