Group Financial Accountant

C4S Search Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organisation is seeking a Group Accountant to ensure financial compliance and governance. This full-time role based in Wiltshire involves developing financial policies, leading audits, and delivering statutory reporting. The ideal candidate is ACA or ACCA qualified with strong project management and process improvement skills. Employee benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Pension – employers 3%, employee 5%

Annual discretionary company bonus

Life assurance cover (3x salary)

Qualifications

• Ideally with audit experience from a practice background.
• Ability to challenge peers and senior stakeholders constructively.
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial governance policies.
• Lead annual audits and statutory reporting.
• Prepare consolidated Group and UK financial statements.

Skills

ACA or ACCA qualified

Strong process-driven mindset

High attention to detail

Experience implementing financial systems

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Group Accountant

LOCATION: Wiltshire (4 days a week on-site, 1 day remote)

SALARY: £70K

WAY OF WORKING: Full-Time / Permanent

THE BUSINESS:

Our client is a global organisation, committed to delivering exceptional service and operational excellence. As part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment, they are focused on scaling their business while maintaining strong financial governance and compliance across all entities.

THE GROUP ACCOUNTANT OPPORTUNITY:

The Group Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring financial compliance with regulatory bodies, accounting standards, and dnata group policies. This position supports senior leadership by maintaining robust financial controls, delivering statutory reporting, and driving process improvements. The role is hands‑on and strategic, contributing to the integrity of global financial reporting and enabling business growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement financial governance policies and procedures across the group
• Lead the delivery of annual audits and statutory financial reporting for UK and global entities
• Coordinate financial compliance projects and drive continuous process improvements
• Prepare consolidated Group and UK financial statements, ensuring audit and disclosure compliance
• Assess financial risks and opportunities from business or regulatory changes, engaging external advisors as needed
• Maintain a best‑practice three‑statement reporting structure aligned with FP&A forecasting processes
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliation policies and reporting frameworks
• Manage provisions for financial risks and collaborate with stakeholders to assess exposure
• Support regulatory renewals including ABTA and CAA submissions

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, ideally with audit experience from a practice background
• Strong process‑driven mindset with a focus on compliance and control
• Ability to challenge peers and senior stakeholders constructively
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience implementing financial systems, controls, and process improvements
• Proven ability to work in fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environments
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Highly self‑motivated and deadline‑driven
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

BENEFITS

• 25 days holiday
• Private medical insurance (after 3 months)
• Pension – employers 3%, employee 5%
• Annual discretionary company bonus
• Life assurance cover (3x salary)

If you are interested in the role, please send an application detailing proof of the above or contact Charlotte Berry in our office.