Group Financial Accountant

Robert Walters UK; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to manage financial evaluations and compliance. This role offers the chance to prepare FCA returns, statutory accounts, and lead initiatives for UK SOX compliance. The company values employee development and provides a supportive environment for career growth. If you're an experienced professional in financial accounting looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you. Join a team committed to high-quality service and professional excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in FCA returns and statutory accounts preparation.
• Ability to write technical papers and conduct IFRS training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare FCA returns and statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Conduct reviews of balance sheet reconciliations and improve financial controls.

Skills

FCA returns (RMAR) preparation

Statutory accounts preparation

Technical accounting writing

Balance sheet reconciliation

Revenue recognition processes

Financial control standards implementation

UK SOX compliance

IFRS training sessions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA)

Job description

Our client is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to join their team in Dunstable. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage the financial evaluation of acquisitions, assess risks, and advise on strategies. With a generous salary of £65,000, this role provides a fantastic opportunity for career growth and development.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and submit FCA returns (RMAR), adhering to industry regulations and demonstrating financial integrity.
• Preparation of statutory accounts for individual entities and group consolidated accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Write technical accounting papers and complete legal documentation for filing with Companies House.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of balance sheet reconciliations across group subsidiaries, board packs, and flash reports, identifying financial trends and anomalies.
• Review, document, and improve revenue recognition processes across the group.
• Implement and review group financial control standards, improving intercompany accounting processes to support reconciliation, elimination, and visibility of balances.
• Implement standardised group financial accounting policies.
• Lead initiatives for UK SOX compliance by enhancing financial control processes across the group.

What you bring:

• Proven experience in preparing FCA returns (RMAR) and adhering to industry regulations.
• Experience in preparing statutory accounts for individual entities and group consolidated accounts.
• Ability to write technical accounting papers and complete legal documentation for filing with Companies House.
• Experience in conducting comprehensive reviews of balance sheet reconciliations across group subsidiaries.
• Experience in reviewing group financial controls and producing comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations for senior management.
• Knowledgeable about revenue recognition processes across the group.
• Experience in implementing and reviewing group financial control standards.
• Experience in implementing standardised group financial accounting policies.
• Ability to conduct quarterly IFRS training sessions on new and amended financial standards.
• Experience in leading initiatives for UK SOX compliance by enhancing financial control processes across the group.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a well-established organisation that values their employees' growth and development. They offer a supportive work environment where your skills and contributions are recognised and rewarded. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that is committed to providing high-quality services while maintaining a strong focus on professional development.

What's next:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Group Financial Accountant, don't hesitate! Apply today by clicking on the link!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Group Accountant

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Dunstable

Job Reference: SRSRC6-BA0395EE

Date posted: 19 March 2025

Consultant: William Fothergill