Group Accountant ( 2 yr FTC)

Hays; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international organization is seeking a Group Accountant for a 2-year fixed-term contract in Leeds. This role involves overseeing financial operations, providing technical accounting expertise, and contributing to systems implementation projects. Candidates should have a professional accounting qualification and strong experience in financial reporting and controls.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Opportunity to work on exciting projects

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional with a professional accounting qualification.
• Proven track record in managing statutory accounts.
• Experience in IFRS and FRS 102 frameworks is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Produce reconciled monthly and year-end accounts.
• Lead finance tasks and projects including vehicle leasing and utilities.
• Support integration and reporting systems for the organization.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional Accounting Qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

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Group Accountant - 2-Year Fixed Term Contract Hybrid Working | Leeds Location | Exciting International Group

We are delighted to be recruiting for an outstanding opportunity on behalf of a leading organisation within a dynamic and growing international group. With a strong UK presence and a reputation for innovation and excellence, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to exciting projects, including systems implementation, while enjoying a great company culture and hybrid working flexibility.About the RoleAs Group Accountant, you will play a key role in the financial operations of the organisation, focusing on both technical and strategic responsibilities. Reporting to senior management, this is a chance to work on a broad scope of tasks, including overseeing financial operations for a new site/depot and supporting the group's integration and reporting systems.Key Responsibilities

• Produce reconciled monthly and year-end accounts in line with agreed schedules.
• Lead on various finance tasks and projects such as vehicle leasing, utilities, and Capex analysis.
• Provide technical accounting expertise in both IFRS and FRS 102 frameworks.
• Assist with quarterly IFRS SAP reporting as part of consolidated group financial statements.
• Develop and streamline reporting systems, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and coordinate with both internal and external auditors.
• Support integration tasks, milestones, and local management on key financial matters.
• Implement and ensure adherence to strong financial controls.

Your ProfileWe are looking for a highly skilled finance professional with the following attributes:Education & Qualifications

• A recognised Professional Accounting Qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience from industry or practice is welcome, with post-qualification experience being ideal.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and FRS 102.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups), Word, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Useful Experience

• Proven track record in the preparation and interpretation of management and statutory accounts.
• Experience working in a large, complex organisational structure is desirable.

What's on Offer?This is a confidential opportunity with a respected employer offering:

• A 2-year fixed-term contract with hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to exciting projects, including systems implementation and integration tasks.
• The chance to be part of a supportive team in an organisation with an excellent company culture.

Ready to take the next step? If you're an experienced and ambitious finance professional seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a thriving international group and make a real impact.

Group Accountant - 2-Year Fixed Term Contract Hybrid Working | Leeds Location | Exciting International Group

We are delighted to be recruiting for an outstanding opportunity on behalf of a leading organisation within a dynamic and growing international group. With a strong UK presence and a reputation for innovation and excellence, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to exciting projects, including systems implementation, while enjoying a great company culture and hybrid working flexibility.About the RoleAs Group Accountant, you will play a key role in the financial operations of the organisation, focusing on both technical and strategic responsibilities. Reporting to senior management, this is a chance to work on a broad scope of tasks, including overseeing financial operations for a new site/depot and supporting the group's integration and reporting systems.Key Responsibilities

• Produce reconciled monthly and year-end accounts in line with agreed schedules.
• Lead on various finance tasks and projects such as vehicle leasing, utilities, and Capex analysis.
• Provide technical accounting expertise in both IFRS and FRS 102 frameworks.
• Assist with quarterly IFRS SAP reporting as part of consolidated group financial statements.
• Develop and streamline reporting systems, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and coordinate with both internal and external auditors.
• Support integration tasks, milestones, and local management on key financial matters.
• Implement and ensure adherence to strong financial controls.
• Project work

Your ProfileWe are looking for a highly skilled finance professional with the following attributes:Education & Qualifications

• A recognised Professional Accounting Qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience from industry or practice is welcome, with post-qualification experience being ideal.

Skills & Expertise

• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and FRS 102.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups), Word, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Useful Experience

• Proven track record in the preparation and interpretation of management and statutory accounts.
• Experience working in a large, complex organisational structure is desirable.

What's on Offer?This is a confidential opportunity with a respected employer offering:

• A 2-year fixed-term contract with hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to exciting projects, including systems implementation and integration tasks.
• The chance to be part of a supportive team in an organisation with an excellent company culture.

Ready to take the next step? If you're an experienced and ambitious finance professional seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a thriving international group and make a real impact.

Desired Skills and Experience

Statutory Accounting FRS102, IFRS

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