Group Reporting Accountant

Signet Recruitment and Retention; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Recruitment and Retention is seeking a Group Reporting Accountant to join our finance team in Reading. The role will focus on delivering accurate, timely consolidated group financial statements and supporting the improvement of reporting processes and systems.

The ideal candidate has experience in group reporting, strong consolidation knowledge, and qualifications such as ACA/ACCA or CIMA, plus proficiency with BPC consolidation tools.

Qualifications

• Experience in group reporting, financial reporting, or a similar accounting role.
• Knowledge of IFRS (or UK GAAP)
• ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified
• BPC consolidation tool experience
• Excellent analytical skills with high accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated group financial statements.
• Assist with the group consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and consolidation adjustments.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with IFRS/GAAP and internal policies.
• Review financial submissions from regional entities for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and external reporting.
• Support year-end and interim audits with documentation and auditor queries.
• Maintain and update group accounting policies and reporting procedures.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights for decision-making.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts.
• Collaborate with finance teams to resolve reporting and consolidation issues.
• Contribute to enhancements of reporting processes and systems.
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen financial controls, governance, and compliance across the Group.
• Produce ad hoc financial reports for senior management

Skills

Group reporting

Consolidation

IFRS/GAAP

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Organisational skills

Education

ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified

Tools

BPC consolidation tool

Job description

We\'re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Group Reporting Accountant to join our finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant group financial reporting while supporting the continuous improvement of our reporting processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated group financial statements.
• Assist with the group consolidation process, including intercompany eliminations and consolidation adjustments.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and internal accounting policies.
• Review financial submissions from regional entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and external financial reporting requirements.
• Support the year-end and interim audit processes, including preparing supporting documentation and responding to auditor queries.
• Maintain and update group accounting policies, reporting guidance, and financial reporting procedures.
• Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful insights to support business decision-making.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the integrity of key financial accounts.
• Work collaboratively with finance teams across the organisation to resolve reporting and consolidation issues.
• Contribute to the enhancement of financial reporting, consolidation processes, and reporting systems.
• Support the implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in strengthening financial controls, governance, and compliance across the Group.
• Produce ad hoc financial reports, analysis, and information requested by senior management.

We\'re looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in group reporting, financial reporting, or a similar accounting role.
• A strong understanding of group consolidations and financial reporting principles.
• Knowledge of IFRS (or equivalent accounting standards such as UK GAAP).
• ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified
• BPC consolidation tool experience
• Excellent analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.