Group Financial Accountant

CV Screen Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful retail business in High Wycombe seeks a Group Financial Accountant to support the Finance Director and impact financial strategy. The position offers a salary of £68k and excellent benefits. Candidates must be qualified accountants with experience in a multi-site environment. Responsibilities include financial oversight, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management.

Benefits

Pension

Private medical insurance

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in a group or multi-site environment.
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Director in financial strategy development.
• Monitor financial performance and mitigate risks.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and consolidated reporting.

Skills

Strategic financial oversight

Analytical skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Proactive hands-on approach

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job description

Overview

Group Financial Accountant - High Wycombe

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Group Financial Accountant to join a highly successful and expanding retail business based in High Wycombe. This is a newly created, highly visible position, reporting directly to the Finance Director. The role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the strategic direction of a well-established company with a strong market presence. The company has over 200 stores nationwide and has been trading for over 30 years. The position offers a salary of £68k plus excellent benefits and is mostly office-based, with some flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Director in developing and executing the company's financial strategy.
• Conduct continuous financial oversight, monitoring performance, cash flow, and financial covenants to mitigate risks.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, including lenders, group accounting teams, and franchisees.
• Take responsibility for consolidated statutory accounts and reporting.
• Assist with budget reviews and internal audit functions.

What Experience is Required

• You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, or ACCA).
• Prior experience in a group or multi-site environment is essential.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.

Salary & Benefits

The salary for this role is £68,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes a pension, private medical insurance, and a bonus scheme.

Location

This position is based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, and is easily commutable from locations such as Maidenhead, Beaconsfield, Slough, Amersham, Marlow, and Gerrards Cross.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please send your CV to Kate Morgan of CV Screen in strict confidence.

Alternate Job Titles

• Group Accountant
• Head of Finance
• Finance Director Designate
• Senior Finance Manager

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