Group Financial Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business services organization in south Manchester is seeking a Group Accountant to oversee financial operations. The role includes managing a team, ensuring compliance with financial standards, and preparing financial forecasts. The successful candidate will be ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified and will enjoy a competitive salary and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Generous annual leave of 25 days

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting software and financial management principles.
• Experience with consolidating accounts.
• Previous experience in working within a PLC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Manage a team of junior accountants and financial professionals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation and standards.
• Conduct regular audits and identify areas for financial improvement.

Skills

Accounting software knowledge

Financial management principles

Consolidating accounts

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Job description

• Well established business based in south Manchester!
• Great progression and development opportunities!

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation within the Business Services industry, boasting a considerable market presence in south Manchester. They are renowned for their relentless commitment to service excellence and their dedication to fostering a conducive work environment.

Job Description

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Manage a team of junior accountants and financial professionals
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial legislation and standards
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial operations
• Conduct regular audits and identify areas for financial improvement
• Prepare and present financial forecasts to senior management
• Lead the budget planning process and monitor financial performance
• Implement effective strategies to optimise financial health and sustainability

The Successful Applicant

A successful Group Accountant should have:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software and financial management principles
• Experience with consolidating accounts.
• Previous experience in working within a PLC.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary paying up to £65,000.
• Generous annual leave of 25 days
• A supportive work culture that values employee growth and development

If you are a driven and ambitious Group Accountant who's ready to take on a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to kick start your next career move!