Group Accountant (12-Month FTC) IFRS & Consolidations Lead

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

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Birmingham seeks a Group Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The position offers significant exposure in a dynamic finance team, focusing on group consolidations, statutory reporting, and IFRS 16 accounting. Candidates should be qualified accountants (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical skills and experience in group consolidations. The firm promotes a collaborative culture, offering excellent company benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Excellent company benefits

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in group consolidations.
• Knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, especially IFRS 16 Leases.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in periodic group consolidations.
• Lead preparation of subsidiary statutory accounts.
• Own the process for IFRS 16 lease accounting.
• Manage property impairment review process.
• Document and perform controls around impairment.
• Act as contact point for external auditors.
• Keep up to date with UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Support balance sheet and cash flow reporting.

Skills

Strong technical accounting skills

Advanced Excel skills

Clear communication

Organised and detail-oriented

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

A leading accounting firm in Birmingham seeks a Group Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The position offers significant exposure in a dynamic finance team, focusing on group consolidations, statutory reporting, and IFRS 16 accounting. Candidates should be qualified accountants (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical skills and experience in group consolidations. The firm promotes a collaborative culture, offering excellent company benefits and opportunities for professional development.