Group Financial Accountant

LGC Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services company is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to join their accounting team in Greater London. This full-time role combines office and remote work, focusing on financial accounting and consolidation processes for a £700m turnover business. The ideal candidate will have a strong audit background and be technically proficient in IFRS. Join a dynamic team that values passion, integrity, and innovation while playing a key role in diverse financial projects.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant with strong technical skills.
• Proven audit background with relevant qualifications.
• Intermediate-to-advanced knowledge of Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to closing monthly results and financial year-end preparation.
• Work closely with external finance partners on month-end tasks.
• Support development of financial policies and processes.

Skills

Accounting Tally

General Ledger Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Financial Reporting

Financial Analysis

Education

Degree or equivalent for audit background

Tools

OneStream

Tableau

Business Objects

Blackline

Job description

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Group Financial Accountant to become part of our Group accounting team. This position involves a blend of responsibilities including spending two days each week at our Victoria office and working from home for the remaining three days. At LGC we prioritize empowering our team members to excel by offering a flexible work setup and pathways for development.

Job Purpose

Our financial operations revolve around the Group Financial Accountant responsible for managing group financial accounting and consolidation processes for our 700m turnover private equity‑backed global business. This role provides an outstanding chance to engage in diverse projects involving system improvements M&A and standard month and year‑end tasks including reporting, audit support and analysis. Close collaboration with the Group accounting team, our outsourced finance provider, the Group Finance Manager and the Group Financial Controller is key to ensuring smooth interaction with divisional finance colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute hands‑on to closing the monthly results, financial year‑end preparation of group financial documents (IFRS) and associated accounting projects such as operational improvement and simplification.
• Work closely with our external finance partner on month‑end transactional tasks to guarantee seamless implementation.
• Support the development of uniform and consistently detailed financial policies and processes.
• Assist in the implementation and development of supporting platforms including OneStream, Tableau, Business Objects and Blackline to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Part‑qualified (finalist) or newly qualified accountant with strong technical skills and a detailed understanding of consolidation.
• Proven audit background with a degree or equivalent experience level qualification.
• Experience with IFRS is desirable.
• Hands‑on experience and knowledge of AP, AR, fixed asset accounting, etc.
• Intermediate‑to‑advanced knowledge of Excel for efficient data analysis and reporting.
• Outstanding attention to detail with a communication style that fosters positive responses from colleagues.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment collaborating with colleagues at all levels.
• Experience with IFS is an advantage.

Additional Information

Additional Information:

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age or trade union membership.

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Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Accounting Tally, Group Internal Audit, General Ledger Accounting, External Audit, Microsoft Excel, PMP, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Payroll, Financial Reconciliation, Financial statement, Accounting and Finance, ACCA, CPA, Financial Reporting

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1