Group Finance Audit Manager

Civica; Dudley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Civica is seeking an experienced Group Finance Audit Manager to lead the audit process for the Group and its UK subsidiaries. The role involves preparing statutory accounts, guiding audits, and advising on technical accounting issues, contributing to the company's vision of delivering critical public services.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays

Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering

5% employer pension match

Income protection for long-term illness

Life assurance of 4x salary

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in consolidated statutory accounts preparation.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and FRS101.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Group’s audit process and liaising with external auditors.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Advising on technical accounting queries.

Skills

Technical accounting skills

Excellent written communication skills

Team player

Proactive and motivated

Strong Excel skills

Education

ACCA qualified or equivalent

Job description

We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.

As a company, we’re passionate about what we do and the citizens we help to serve. If you too would like to help champion the use of technology in public services, to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organisations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve growth in your career whilst making a real difference to people and communities.

We are seeking an experienced Group Finance Audit Manager to lead the audit process for the Group and UK subsidiaries, including statutory accounting, and other group finance compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the Group’s audit process – being the first point of contact for the external auditors, ensuring timely completion, and liaising with overseas subsidiaries
• Statutory accounts preparation/review (consolidated group, UK trading subsidiaries, holding companies, and acquired entities), including year-end adjustments and all necessary disclosures
• Acquisition accounting including fair value assessments, purchase price allocations, impairment reviews
• Involvement in the Group’s insurance renewal process, including integrating acquired businesses and ad hoc queries
• Advising on technical accounting queries and supporting implementation of any changes in accounting standards/policies

• Strong technical accounting skills with knowledge and experience of IFRS and FRS101, including areas such as acquisition accounting, impairment reviews, complex revenue recognition, and operating lease accounting
• Experience preparing consolidated statutory accounts
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Motivated and proactive – to work flexibly to achieve deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team-player and people orientated
• Strong knowledge of Excel – ability to analyse, report and present data
• ACCA fully qualified ( or equivalent)

Why You'll Love Working with Us

As a company, we're passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve. If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organizations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities.

We know that when our people are happy, they work better and have greater job satisfaction. Here's what you can expect:

Benefits

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days!
Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.

Financial Well-being & Security

Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future.
Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness.
Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum.
Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).

Health & Perks

Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare.
Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more.
Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care.
Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities.
Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.

At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you.