Group Reporting Accountant

Global Accounting Network; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Reporting Accountant to manage financial reporting and compliance. The role involves ownership of cash flow statements, lender reporting, and collaboration with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess ACA or ACCA qualifications and extensive experience in international financial reporting. Join a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial reporting within an international, multi-site organization.
• Strong familiarity with IFRS 16 for lease accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing demands effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the group cash flow statement under the indirect method.
• Primary contact for lender reporting and compliance deliverables.
• Overseeing accounting for group's term loan balances.
• Reviewing monthly territory reporting packs and lease modifications.
• Supporting monthly consolidation of group financial statements.
• Preparing core financial reporting outputs for senior stakeholders.
• Coordinating lender presentation materials for reporting.
• Collaborating with corporate accounting and FP&A teams.
• Playing a key role in quality-of-earnings analysis.
• Supporting refinancing initiatives.

Skills

Fully qualified ACA or ACCA professional

Proven post-qualification experience in financial reporting

Strong understanding of month-end close processes

Experience in group financial consolidation and lease accounting under IFRS 16

Familiarity with IFRS loan accounting and investor reporting

Ability to drive process improvements

Advanced analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Job description

Overview

This company is a leader in Entertainment and a globally renowned brand. Known for its commitment to innovation, attention to detail, and a data-driven approach, the company is at the forefront of the entertainment industry. Its collaborative and inclusive culture ensures that every team member's voice is valued, and its focus on continuous improvement drives both personal and professional growth. Joining this company means being part of a dynamic team that thrives on delivering excellence in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.

The position of Reporting Accountant offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, private equity-style reporting, and international operations. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role plays a critical part in managing lender relationships and ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements. The Reporting Accountant will gain end-to-end exposure to group financing activities, IFRS reporting, and consolidation processes. This is a highly visible role that provides the chance to work with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally, while driving impactful financial insights and contributing to strategic decision-making.

The company offers a supportive environment, clear opportunities for growth, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that have a direct impact on business success. With a focus on high-quality outputs and continuous improvement, the Reporting Accountant will play a vital role in shaping the company's financial future.

Skills/experience required

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA professional.
• Proven post-qualification experience in financial reporting within an international, multi-site organization, ideally in the retail, hospitality, or leisure sectors.
• Strong understanding of month-end close processes.
• Experience in group financial consolidation and lease accounting under IFRS 16.
• Familiarity with IFRS loan accounting and investor reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements, automation, and error reduction.
• Advanced analytical skills with a logical approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in using MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at all levels.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing demands.

Main responsibilities

• Taking full ownership of the group cash flow statement under the indirect method, ensuring accurate preparation in line with IFRS and providing detailed commentary on cash movements and trends.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for lender reporting, managing the timely and accurate submission of compliance deliverables, including covenant certificates and supporting analysis.
• Overseeing the accounting for the group's term loan balances, including interest accruals, repayments, and valuation movements, ensuring compliance with IFRS 9.
• Reviewing monthly territory reporting packs, providing insights, feedback, and ensuring lease modifications and new agreements are accounted for under IFRS 16.
• Supporting the monthly consolidation of group financial statements under IFRS 10, ensuring accurate eliminations and reviewing inputs from individual entities.
• Preparing and delivering core financial reporting outputs for senior stakeholders, including board packs, lender reports, and executive summaries.
• Managing the coordination and preparation of lender presentation materials for quarterly and year-end reporting.
• Collaborating with the corporate accounting and FP&A teams to provide working capital insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Playing a key role in quality-of-earnings analysis and valuation support for strategic projects.
• Supporting refinancing initiatives through the preparation of materials for internal and external stakeholders.