Interim Senior Group Accountant

MERJE Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Group Accountant with a strong background in IFRS and insurance accounting. This pivotal role involves ensuring the accuracy of external financial reporting and leading consolidation efforts. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, manage complex projects, and mentor junior team members. With a flexible working arrangement, including remote options, this position offers a unique opportunity to drive improvements in financial reporting processes while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are results-driven and passionate about finance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with IFRS and insurance accounting principles.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills in accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements ensuring IFRS compliance.
• Contribute to month-end close process and perform account reconciliations.

Skills

IFRS Expertise

Insurance Accounting

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Senior Group Accountant with a passion for IFRS and consolidation?

We're looking for a confident and motivated finance professional to join our Insurance client on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

In this key role, you'll ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our external financial reporting, while playing a major part in shaping and improving our group reporting processes.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business, you'll lead on IFRS reporting and consolidation, staying ahead of technical updates and ensuring full compliance. You'll also support IFRS17 delivery and partner with teams like actuarial to meet complex reporting requirements.

As Senior Group Accountant IFRS, you'll contribute to the month-end close process, perform account reconciliations, mentor junior team members, and liaise with various stakeholders to ensure strong controls and continuous improvement of financial reporting processes and systems.

Our client promotes flexible working: you'll spend most of your time working from home, with one day per week in the office at Haywards Heath, West Sussex. You may also work from their Salford Quays office in Manchester. If you're further afield, remote working within the UK is an option—let's chat!

Must-have skills for success:

• IFRS and Insurance Accounting Expertise: Extensive experience with IFRS and insurance accounting principles, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Leadership and Team Management: Proven ability to lead and mentor accounting teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Project Management: Strong skills in managing projects, driving change, and improving processes.
• Analytical and Communication Skills: Excellent analytical abilities and effective communication skills to present complex financial information to senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• External Reporting (IFRS): Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, notes, and disclosures, ensuring IFRS compliance. Stay updated on IFRS standards and assess their impact. Develop IFRS accounting policies and procedures.
• Consolidation and Group Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Review financial data for accuracy and consistency. Collaborate with actuarial teams for IFRS17 reporting.
• Month-End Close: Contribute to the month-end process, perform reconciliations, and prepare journal entries.
• Other Responsibilities: Liaise with stakeholders, improve reporting processes, and mentor junior staff.
• Controls: Maintain effective controls through reconciliations and audit trails to mitigate risks.

Experience, skills & qualifications:

• Experience: Extensive insurance accounting experience, with a focus on IFRS, including tax experience.
• Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified with significant post-qualification experience.
• Leadership: Proven leadership and coaching skills.
• Project Management: Experience managing projects and process improvements.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical: Strong data analysis and decision-making skills.
• Commercial Awareness: Understanding of industry trends and regulatory environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and data analysis tools.

Behaviours:

• Results-driven with attention to detail and audience awareness
• Empathetic leader inspiring stakeholders
• Skilled in delivering change and influencing teams
• Adaptable and proactive in project management
• Self-motivated, organized, and flexible
• Committed to driving business improvements