Group Reporting Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality group is seeking a Group Reporting Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract with a view to permanence. This role, based in London, involves financial reporting, audit coordination, and collaboration with finance teams to enhance accounting processes. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with a strong background in IFRS and UK GAAP and is adept at presenting complex financial information clearly.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent) with ideally 2+ years PQE.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP required.
• Proficient in Microsoft tools for reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the external audit process.
• Prepare group-level financial statements and management reports.
• Establish financial process policies and internal controls.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Mindset

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA or Equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

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Group Reporting Accountant - 12m FTC (View to go perm)

Global Hospitality Group

London offices - 3 days office/ 2 days remote pw

Must be available to start ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Partner with regional finance leadership to coordinate and manage the external audit process.
• Act as the primary liaison for audit fieldwork, overseeing auditor queries and workflow management.
• Lead impairment assessments for fixed assets, working alongside finance and commercial leadership.
• Prepare group and subsidiary-level consolidated financial statements and statutory accounts.
• Produce monthly management reports, including balance sheet analysis, cash flow statements, and working capital reviews.
• Support timely and accurate month-end close activities and drive consistency in group reporting structures.
• Establish and maintain financial process policies and internal control frameworks, ensuring adherence across finance teams.
• Deliver clear, well-documented technical accounting advice and impact assessments for new or complex transactions and standards.
• Collaborate with internal tax specialists to execute on compliance-related projects such as transfer pricing documentation.
• Assist in legal entity restructuring initiatives aimed at simplifying the corporate structure.
• Evaluate lease arrangements and assist in transitioning to turnover-based lease models, including analysis under IFRS 16.
• Lead or support various ad-hoc finance projects and cross-functional initiatives.

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent)- ideally 2+ years PQE.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing and reviewing consolidated accounts.
• Adept at translating complex accounting concepts for a variety of internal stakeholders.
• Proactive in improving reporting and accounting processes end-to-end.
• Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset.
• Enthusiastic about leveraging technology and systems for process improvement.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and hands-on professional with a solution-focused mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.