Group Reporting Accountant

monks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Monks in London is seeking a Group Reporting Accountant to join the S4 - Group Reporting team. You will ensure timely, accurate financial results, support month-end close, intercompany eliminations, and external reporting for half-year and year-end statements.

The role requires 1-2 years PQE in group reporting or technical accounting, ACA/ACCA, IFRS knowledge, and strong Excel skills. Experience with consolidation systems is an advantage; you will collaborate with global finance teams and drive

Qualifications

• 1-2 years PQE in group reporting, audit or technical accounting with exposure to group consolidations.
• Qualified chartered accountant (ACCA/ACA).
• Working knowledge of IFRS.
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of consolidation systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Assist with intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.
• Support external reporting for half-year and year-end statements.
• Participate in projects to improve reporting outputs, processes, and systems.

Skills

Group reporting

Intercompany reconciliation

IFRS knowledge

Excel

Communication with stakeholders

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Consolidation systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Group Reporting Accountant to join our dynamic S4 - Group Reporting team based in London. This role is essential for ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of our financial results, covering everything from the meticulous monthly close and intercompany eliminations to the preparation of our half-year and year-end external financial statements. If you thrive on technical accounting challenges, enjoy collaborating with global teams, and are passionate about continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on our financial integrity and reporting efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Month-End Close Process

• Supporting the monthly close process to ensure timely and efficient reporting, including review of divisional TB submissions and cash flows within the consolidation system.
• Assisting with the intercompany reconciliation and elimination process.
• Collaborating with finance teams to ensure financial reporting requirements are met.
• Providing technical accounting support to finance teams on complex accounting topics.

External Reporting Process

• Supporting the year end and half year external reporting process.
• Preparation of financial statement sections, including review of submissions from global finance teams.

Other Objectives

• Support one-off projects, e.g., systems (ERP/reporting tools) implementation or upgrades.
• Continuously improving reporting outputs, processes, and systems.
• Manage and build relationships with internal stakeholders and teams and external auditors.

About You

The essentials:

• 1-2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in a group reporting, audit, or technical accounting function, with exposure to group consolidations is highly desirable.
• A qualified chartered accountant (e.g., ACA/ACCA).
• Working knowledge of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of consolidation systems is an advantage.
• Relevant industry experience is an advantage.
• Ability to communicate and build strong relationships with local and global finance teams.
• Able to work effectively and accurately in a fast-paced environment.

At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.

About Monks

Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4 Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global Marketing and Technology Services to redefine how brands interact with the world. Through Monks.Flow, its flagship AI ecosystem for marketing orchestration, Monks transforms marketing into a growth engine, collapsing timelines and connecting brands to culture in real time. By deploying bespoke intelligent agents across disciplines and delivering culturally relevant, high-impact creative and digital solutions, Monks solves key critical business challenges across the entire brand enterprise to help brands sustain long-term impact. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services, ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-25) and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger's Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). Named Adweek's first AI Agency of the Year (2023) and The One Show's inaugural AI Pioneer Organization, Monks was also awarded Business Intelligence Group's 2025 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Award in both the Organizational and AI Product categories. As a trusted partner to cutting-edge innovators in tech, Monks earned titles such as Optimizely Experimentation Partner of the Year (2025), runner-up for the Adobe Firefly Partner Award (2024), and Workato's AI Visionary Customer Impact Award (2024). Additionally, Monks achieved a record-breaking number of FWAs and continues to hold the most of any partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of v