Group Financial Accountant

ORKA FINANCIAL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding multisite business is seeking a Group Financial Accountant to enhance its financial processes and reporting. This position directly supports the CFO and offers opportunities in compliance, finance analysis, and strategic projects. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants experienced in group consolidations and with strong technical skills in financial management. The role is based in Slough, office-based five days a week, with a competitive salary between £65,000 and £75,000 plus bonus and benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, ICAS) is highly preferred.
• Practical experience in group consolidations and statutory reporting.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and proficiency in finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver monthly consolidated management accounts.
• Drive the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Lead and support statutory financial statements and audit preparation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Technical accounting knowledge

Education

ACCA, ACA, or ICAS qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Buckinghamshire
Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Per Annum

Orka Financial is working with a growing multisite business based just out side of Slough to recruit a Group Financial Accountant. This is a brand new role that is going to be central to the continued expansion of the group, driving process improvements and leading on the integration of acquired businesses. Reporting directly to the CFO this role will offer fantastic exposure to a wide variety of tasks whilst working in a fast paced and ever evolving environment.

This role is office based, 5 days a week in Slough.

The Group Financial Accountant will support the finance and senior leadership by driving and managing group consolidated reporting, ensuring compliance, and delivering insightful financial analysis for the group. This role bridges technical finance with strategic support, enabling effective financial control and decision-making.

Responsibilities
• Prepare and deliver monthly consolidated management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow including input into Board reporting.
• Drive the month-end and year-end close processes, coordinating reconciliations across accounts (including intercompany accounts).
• Lead and support statutory financial statements and audit preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS.
• Manage VAT returns, control accounts, and regulatory reporting submissions.
• Consolidate group financials and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and board reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, tax, and audit requirements; be the lead with external auditors.
• Support the Group Finance Controller & CFO in strategic finance projects, acquisitions, or restructuring activities.

Profile
• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, ICAS) is highly preferred
• Practical experience in group consolidations, statutory reporting, and intercompany account management, ideally with multi-company, multi-site and large group structures
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with the ability to maintain internal controls and deliver accurate financial data.
• Strong technical knowledge of merger and acquisition accounting would be desirable
• Awareness of tax accounting would be desirable
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel and finance systems.

Salary
£65,000 - £75,000 + bonus + benefits