Group Accountant (12‑Month FTC) – Hybrid, IFRS Expert

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial recruitment agency seeks a Group Accountant for a 12-month FTC in Birmingham. This pivotal role offers a chance to work closely with both internal and external stakeholders, focusing on IFRS 16 and group consolidations. Ideal candidates will hold qualifications like ACA/ACCA/CIMA and possess strong technical accounting skills. With a salary range of £55,000 - £65,000 and a hybrid working pattern, this opportunity promises professional growth in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Excellent company benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, especially IFRS 16.
• Proven experience in group consolidations.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in periodic group consolidations.
• Lead preparation of subsidiary statutory accounts.
• Manage end-to-end process of IFRS 16 lease accounting.
• Oversee property impairment review processes.
• Document and perform controls around impairment.
• Act as contact for external auditors during audits.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Support various financial reporting and accounting projects.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP

Group consolidations experience

Advanced Excel skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Confident communication

Collaborative team player

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

A leading financial recruitment agency seeks a Group Accountant for a 12-month FTC in Birmingham. This pivotal role offers a chance to work closely with both internal and external stakeholders, focusing on IFRS 16 and group consolidations. Ideal candidates will hold qualifications like ACA/ACCA/CIMA and possess strong technical accounting skills. With a salary range of £55,000 - £65,000 and a hybrid working pattern, this opportunity promises professional growth in an innovative environment.