Group Accountant - Maternity cover - Abingdon

JR United Kingdom; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Abingdon is seeking a Group Accountant for maternity cover. The role involves financial reporting, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and managing the fixed asset register. Ideal candidates should have strong accounting principles, experience with ERP systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position is critical for maintaining a high standard of financial reporting and supporting process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and basic statutory accounts preparation is desirable.
• Awareness of internal control frameworks (e.g., SOX) is essential.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial reporting tasks during month-end and quarter-end preparation.
• Support quarterly and annual external reporting requirements.
• Manage and reconcile prepayment balance sheet accounts.

Skills

Strong understanding of financial accounting principles

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Experience using ERP systems

Tools

Oracle

NetSuite

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Group Accountant - Maternity cover - Abingdon, abingdon

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Client:

Robert Half

Location:

abingdon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE This position provides critical support to the Manager, Financial Reporting, focusing on the delivery of high-quality financial reporting and the maintenance of a strong internal control framework. The role ensures accurate accounting treatment and facilitates ongoing process improvements in a fast-paced, evolving, and expanding organisation. ________________________________________ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Responsible for financial reporting tasks during month-end and quarter-end, in line with applicable procedures, controls, and accounting regulations (primarily US GAAP). o Assist in preparing reportable figures for assigned areas. o Support the audit process, track KPIs on deliverables, and ensure deadlines are met. o Collaborate with other teams to ensure completeness and accuracy in reporting. * Support quarterly and annual external reporting requirements in accordance with regulatory standards and internal controls (e.g. SOX). o Maintain compliance with internal control procedures and update process documentation where necessary. * Assist with the preparation and audit of annual statutory accounts for individual subsidiaries and consolidated group accounts, in line with local accounting standards (e.g. UK IFRS). * Own and manage the fixed asset register for the UK entity, ensuring full compliance: o Review and approve asset additions, disposals, and transfers. o Execute monthly depreciation runs and reconcile fixed assets across the group. o Perform impairment reviews and support asset audits. * Manage and reconcile prepayment balance sheet accounts across all relevant entities: o Review transactions for accuracy and completeness. o Perform monthly reconciliations and identify missed or incorrect entries. * Oversee inventory and stock movement reconciliation between group companies and third-party locations: o Ensure completeness and accuracy in stock receipts and dispatches. o Coordinate with relevant teams to support accurate inventory reporting. * Complete all required government and statistical reporting (e.g. monthly, quarterly, and annual returns) in a timely manner. * Identify and implement process improvements across finance operations while maintaining a strong control environment. * Perform other duties as needed, which may include: o Supporting the finance dashboard with KPI tracking. o Preparing balance sheet reconciliations. o Providing ad hoc analysis and support to the Manager and wider finance team. ________________________________________ PERSON SPECIFICATION Experience & Knowledge Essential: * Strong understanding of financial accounting principles. * Awareness of internal control frameworks (e.g. SOX). * Excellent attention to detail and time management. * Experience using ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, NetSuite or equivalent). * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. * Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-changing environment. Desirable: * Exposure to financial reporting and basic statutory accounts preparation (from practice or industry).

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