Group Financial Accountant

Carter Jonas; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate consultancy is looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join their finance team in Peterborough. This role involves producing statutory consolidated accounts, managing audits, and ensuring balance sheet accuracy. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA qualified with a strong understanding of accounting standards. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible benefits scheme

Health cash plans

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Prior experience in preparing statutory accounts and running audits for medium-sized companies.
• Working knowledge of corporation tax computations for medium-sized companies.
• Excellent up-to-date knowledge of Accounting and Auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce statutory consolidated LLP and subsidiary company accounts in compliance with latest UK GAAP, IFRS, and UK legislation.
• Prepare schedules for audit in line with the requirements of the external auditors.
• Be the key link between the firm and external auditors during the audit.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Numerical and analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Group Financial Accountant to join our Finance team based in Peterborough. This is a fantastic role for an ACA/ACCA qualified Accountant to play a key role within our team, producing statutory consolidated accounts, preparing audit schedules, and ensuring timely and budget‑friendly audits. You'll also support financial system development, manage balance sheet accuracy, and liaise with external advisors.

The Group Financial Accountant will join a fast‑paced and busy finance team, based in Peterborough, on a hybrid basis. Working within our multi‑service office alongside the IT and HR teams, we foster a sociable environment with a variety of activities for individuals to get involved in, including summer socials and volunteering activities.

We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package with a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances, including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle‑to‑work scheme and more. In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements which can be discussed at the application stage.

Main tasks

• Produce statutory consolidated LLP and subsidiary company accounts in compliance with latest UK GAAP, IFRS and UK legislation.
• Prepare schedules for audit in line with the requirements of the external auditors.
• Be the key link between the firm and the external auditors during the audit to ensure the firm has done everything it can to ensure the audit is completed on time and within budget.
• Provide support for the development of the financial systems.
• Co‑ordinate and report on the quarterly WIP valuation process and implement ongoing improvements to the process to improve the accuracy of the results.
• Be responsible for the accuracy of the Balance sheet, including monthly reconciliations, assets under construction, VAT and reporting.
• Liaise closely with and develop a strong rapport with our external tax and accounting advisors.

What will it take to be successful?

We are seeking someone who is ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience, with excellent up‑to‑date knowledge of Accounting and Auditing standards. You will have prior experience in preparing statutory accounts and running audits for medium‑sized companies, ideally including LLPs. Working knowledge of corporation tax computations for medium‑sized companies and VAT is also required.

It is crucial to have excellent attention to detail and accuracy, to be enthusiastic and pro‑active with strong numerical and written analytical skills. Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills, a team‑worker with strong problem‑solving ability, are essential. Fully computer‑literate with a thorough understanding of MS Office programmes, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.