Interim Group Reporting Accountant

Stanton House; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading PE-backed company in London is seeking a skilled Group Reporting Accountant for a 6-month hybrid position. You will manage key elements of the group consolidation process, prepare financial reporting, and support audits. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with expertise in IFRS, multi-currency consolidations, and strong Excel skills. This role offers a day rate of £500 - £600.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with strong IFRS knowledge and experience in multi-currency consolidations.
• Hands-on experience with advanced Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly group consolidation process ensuring accurate reporting.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial reporting.
• Conduct analytical reviews of consolidated statements.

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, OROC, OCC or equivalent)

Tools

Group consolidation systems

Job description

Overview

Group Reporting Accountant - Global PE-Backed Business

Location: London
Duration: 6 months
WFH: Hybrid
Day Rate: £500 - £600 p/d

Our client is looking for a highly motivated and detail-driven Group Reporting Accountant to join their dynamic global finance team. This is a pivotal role supporting the Group's financial reporting under the ownership of their private equity investors.

If you're passionate about technical accounting, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make an impact in a growing, PE-backed organisation, then this is the role for you.

What you'll do

• Own key elements of the monthly group consolidation process - ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient reporting.
• Prepare and support quarterly and annual external financial reporting, including statutory accounts and reporting to investors and lenders.
• Reconcile key balances and produce high-quality supporting schedules for Group reporting.
• Conduct analytical reviews of consolidated income statement, balance sheet, and cashflow.
• Support internal and external audits, driving smooth execution and embedding recommendations.
• Partner with senior stakeholders on recurring queries and ad hoc projects.
• Play a key role in the implementation and embedding of OneStream, improving processes and controls.
• Provide expertise on technical accounting and policy matters.
• Lead or support finance-related projects across the Group.

What we're looking for

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, OROC, OCC or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and group accounting.
• Hands-on experience in complex, multi-currency consolidations.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with group consolidation systems.
• A process-oriented, detail-focused professional who thrives under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communicator and natural collaborator with strong stakeholder management skills.