Group Project Accountant: Drive Finance Across Acquisitions

Axon Moore; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon Moore is partnering with a high growth, PE-backed business to appoint a Group Project Accountant. This role sits within a dynamic group environment, offering varied, project-led work beyond traditional month-end duties.

The successful candidate will act as a finance all-rounder, supporting across financial controls, acquisitions, integration and business transformation initiatives while partnering with stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Broad experience in group accounting and month-end processes
• Strong communication with stakeholders across multiple functions

Responsibilities

• Support month-end reporting for the Group and prepare information for Board meetings.
• Assist the Group Financial Controller with financial controls and governance across the Group.
• Standardise Group-wide processes and reporting, focusing on integration of acquired businesses.
• Support treasury activities including payments, card expenses and cashflow monitoring.
• Assist with tax compliance across VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, PSA and P11Ds.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and standards across divisions and projects.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in processes, controls and reporting across the Group.
• Contribute to acquisitions and integration projects as needed.

Skills

Group accounting

Month-end reporting

Acquisitions experience

Stakeholder management

Financial controls

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Axon Moore is partnering with a high growth, PE-backed business to appoint a Group Project Accountant. This role sits within a dynamic group environment, offering varied, project-led work beyond traditional month-end duties.

The successful candidate will act as a finance all-rounder, supporting across financial controls, acquisitions, integration and business transformation initiatives while partnering with stakeholders at all levels.