Group Financial Accountant

Heidi Wright Recruitment; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in the UK is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to handle consolidated Group financial information and reporting. This role offers a variety of responsibilities including supporting external audits and contributing to budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills, looking to make an impact in a supportive Group environment. The position includes a competitive salary, 20 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

40-hour working week

20 days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Electric vehicle charging points

Continuous Professional Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Discounts

Life Assurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience.
• Strong technical accounting skills, preferably in group or multi-entity settings.
• High attention to detail with a strong analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, timely consolidated Group financial information.
• Produce weekly flash reporting for shareholders.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews across Group entities.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes.
• Act as a main point of contact for external auditors.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience

Strong technical accounting skills

High attention to detail

Strong analytical mindset

Confident communicator

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive approach to problem-solving

Experience with group or multi-entity accounting

Job description

Are you an experienced Financial Accountant who thrives in a role with variety, responsibility, and Group-level influence? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation operating across multiple sites throughout the UK - a business recognised for its strong values, operational excellence, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, timely consolidated Group financial information
• Produce weekly flash reporting for shareholders
• Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews and reconciliations across all Group entities
• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to accounting processes and controls
• Review and challenge cash flow forecasts prepared across the business
• Maintain and document robust financial procedures
• Collate and support Group budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Act as a main point of contact for external auditors
• Support a range of ad hoc projects and business initiatives
• Adhere to internal HSE procedures and reporting requirements

About You

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Strong technical accounting skills, ideally with group or multi-entity experience
• High attention to detail and strong analytical mindset
• Confident communicator able to collaborate across multiple departments and locations
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable supporting process improvement and change projects

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 40-hour working week with consistent daytime hours
• 20 days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions after 12 months
• Access to electric vehicle charging points (subject to availability)
• A range of additional employee benefits, including:
  • Continuous Professional Development
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Long Service Awards
  • Employee Discounts
  • Life Assurance
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

If you're a motivated Financial Accountant looking for a role where you can add value, shape processes, and work across a supportive Group environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential conversation.