Group Financial Accountant

Prodrive; Banbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while managing group consolidation and compliance with UK GAAP/FRS 102. Your expertise in audits and taxation will be essential as you collaborate with internal stakeholders and oversee the external audit process. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-performance environment, where your analytical skills and proactive approach will be valued. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Training opportunities

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Pension salary sacrifice scheme

Paid time off for volunteering

Consultations with Fit 4 Life expert

Social events throughout the year

Exclusive company discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in audits and taxation.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP/FRS 102 and group consolidations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of group financial statements and ensure compliance.
• Manage external audit process and provide financial insights.

Skills

Technical Accounting Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Financial Reporting Systems

Excel

Job description

At Prodrive we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one focused and driven team, you will challenge boundaries in order to change the game for our customers. The Prodrive Group now comprises of four distinct but complimentary businesses (Motorsport, Advanced Technology, Lifestyle, and Brand&), benefitting from four decades of sporting and commercial success and a reputation for complex programme execution.

Reporting to the Group Finance Director, as Group Financial Accountant you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting. This role is integral to managing group consolidation, statutory compliance, tax obligations, and includes some company secretarial duties. The successful candidate will have a strong technical accounting background, experience with audits and taxation, and an ability to operate effectively within a fast-moving, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of group financial statements and ensure compliance with UK GAAP/FRS 102.
• Manage the external audit process and liaise with auditors to ensure a smooth year-end process.
• Ensure timely and accurate tax reporting, including VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Provide financial insights and technical accounting support to internal stakeholders.
• Manage company secretarial responsibilities, including Companies House filings and statutory obligations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management at a group level.
• Develop and maintain financial controls and risk management frameworks.
• Support ad hoc projects, including M&A activities, financial analysis, and strategic planning.

Who are we looking for?

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience in group consolidations and UK GAAP/FRS 102.
• Previous experience in audit and tax compliance is essential.
• Exposure to company secretarial duties and regulatory filings.
• Experience in monthly and quarterly management and filing of global VAT returns and compliance across the UK, US, and EU, including B2C and B2B sales. Management of Intrastat and import and export filings.
• Proficient in financial reporting systems and Excel.
• Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• Passion for engineering, motorsport, or high-performance industries is a plus.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact.
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days.
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert.
• Social events throughout the year.
• Exclusive company discounts.
• Life assurance.

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.