Group Financial Accountant

Wade Macdonald; Witney; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Group Financial Accountant for a 6 to 9 month FTC. This pivotal role involves enhancing financial control, supporting audits, and ensuring accurate reporting during a period of integration and change. The successful applicant will be a qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge and experience in managing audits and financial reporting in a complex environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Contributory Pension

Healthcare Cash Plan

Gym Discounts

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 2 years’ PQE.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, especially around FRS102.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and producing group statutory accounts.
• Acting as the main point of contact for auditors.
• Delivering technical accounting expertise.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

ACA

ACCA

Job description

Group Financial Accountant – 6 to 9 Month FTC

Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum

About the Client

This opportunity sits within a large organisation, known for its dynamic and people-focused ethos. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every background and perspective enriches their collective success. The group structure supports collaborative working across specialist teams, encouraging the sharing of expertise and driving best practice.

About the Job

As Group Financial Accountant, you’ll join the Group Finance team to support business operations during a period of integration and change following recent acquisitions. This role is pivotal in enhancing the financial control environment, supporting audit processes, and ensuring accurate and timely statutory reporting across multiple business pillars.

Duties will include:

• Coordinating and producing group statutory accounts in collaboration with pillar finance teams
• Acting as the main point of contact for both internal and external auditors, managing audit timelines and support
• Supporting the development and maintenance of a robust internal control framework
• Delivering technical accounting expertise, particularly in FRS102 compliance
• Overseeing regulatory reporting to ensure timely and accurate submissions
• Leading initiatives to drive best practice and continuous improvements across the finance function

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA) with at least 2 years’ PQE and strong technical accounting knowledge, especially around FRS102. You’ll be analytically minded, able to translate data into meaningful insights, and adept at stakeholder management across various levels. A proactive, resilient, and adaptable individual with experience managing audits and financial reporting in a complex group environment will thrive in this role.

What You Will Receive in Return

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life assurance, income protection, contributory pension, and access to a healthcare cash plan. You’ll also enjoy a suite of flexible lifestyle perks such as gym discounts, cycle to work schemes, and access to retailer offers. This is a chance to join a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded.