Group Financial Accounting Manager

Marc Daniels; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Financial Accounting Manager to join their dynamic finance team. This newly created role involves preparing and analyzing financial information, leading the preparation of statutory accounts, and delivering management accounts. Candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified, with experience in statutory accounts production using CCH or Sage. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work flexibly under tight deadlines. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA with experience in statutory accounts preparation.
• Understanding of accounting processes, risks, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and manage financial reporting.
• Provide variance analysis and assist in budget preparation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Flexibility

Education

Qualified ACA

Qualified ACCA

Tools

CCH

Sage

Job description

A fantastic business is currently looking to recruit for a Group Financial Accounting Manager as a newly created role in the finance team. This role will prepare, develop and analyse all financial information and lead the preparation of the statutory accounts for the business.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of statutory accounts and consolidations
• Own and deliver the Management Accounts and Finance Board Pack every period
• Provide variance analysis and commentary for any deviations to budget/forecast/last year
• Prepare interim and annual audit files
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts, including identification of areas of risk and opportunity
• Develop and maintain financial controls around accounting systems and policies
• Maintain schedules to monitor and control capital spend, repairs and maintenance spend, occupancy costs, utilities spend, IT costs and any other major costs
• Prepare reconciliations and analysis to support monthly business reviews and balance sheet reviews
• Provide a support service by working with all departments and the Management Team to help make financial decisions
• Provide ad hoc finance support

Person Requirements:

• Qualified ACA or ACCA
• Experienced in the production of statutory accounts using CCH or Sage
• An understanding of accounting processes including risks and controls
• Excellent communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• High level of self-motivation and drive
• Flexibility to work to tight timescales