Group Accountant

Alder Forest; Worsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is a UK-based provider of essential utility and infrastructure services. The role focuses on delivering timely month-end close, accurate financial reporting under FRS 102, and active audit engagement. You will lead variance analysis with the commercial finance team and drive continuous improvements.

The ideal candidate is ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified, with experience in robust controls, and may have coached teams in a large organization. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• ACA/CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.
• Preferred background in audit or with large, controls-driven org.
• Experience coaching or managing team members is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure month end close tasks are completed within reporting deadlines.
• Ensure entries align with latest FRS 102 standards and implement new processes where gaps exist.
• Be point of contact for audit requests and queries.
• Produce variance analysis between weekly outputs and monthly management accounts to reduce variances.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities in reported results.
• Prepare and own the Finance Risk Register with cross-department collaboration.
• Own month end balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely completion.
• Support ad hoc projects as designated.
• Proactively identify improvements through root cause analysis and secure stakeholder buy-in.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Education

ACA / CIMA / ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the month end close tasks are completed within the agreed reporting deadline
• Ensure accounting entries are in line with latest FRS 102 accounting standards, and implementing new processes where gaps are identified
• Be a point of contact for audit requests and queries
• Produce variance analysis between the weekly reporting outputs and monthly management accounts, and working with the commercial finance team to reduce variances identified
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities in reported results
• Prepare and own the Finance Risk Register, working with other finance departments to identify risks and mitigating controls.
• Own the month end balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all are completed within agreed deadlines and review of certain reconciliations.
• Support ad hoc projects as designated.
• Proactively identify improvements (through root cause analysis), making recommendations and successfully implementing new ways of working gaining the full support of stakeholders and colleagues alike.

Experience and Qualifications

Experience and QualificationsQualified (ACA / CIMA / ACCA or equivalent)

Preferred background in audit or experience working in a large business with robust controls and adherence to reporting deadlines

Previous experience managing or coaching team members desirable

Key Skills

Intermediate / advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Excellent understanding and working knowledge of accounting and reporting systems, applicable legislation and the statutory and regulatory framework Problem-solving and analytical skills A continuous improvement mentality with the ability to challenge existing processes Strong knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and other developments within global accounting practices and the ability to apply within the company

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK's major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment - we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.