Lead Group Accounting & Reporting — 12-Month FTC (Remote)

Reach plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news publisher is seeking a qualified accountant to lead their Group Accounting & Reporting team. This role blends remote work with occasional in-person attendance at critical milestones. Your mission will involve overseeing financial consolidation, managing annual reports, and guiding audit processes. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical skills and a background in large corporate environments. The company offers robust perks such as 25 days' holiday, flexible policies, and a healthcare cash plan.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Extra paid volunteer day

Bonus scheme

Company pension match

Healthcare cash plan

Car lease scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• You need to be a qualified accountant with technical expertise.
• Experience in large, complex companies is crucial.
• A working knowledge of tax in a corporate setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group Accounting & Reporting team.
• Own month-end close and Group consolidation.
• Produce Annual Report & Accounts statements.
• Manage external audit process and timelines.
• Oversee completion of subsidiary statutory accounts.

Skills

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification

Tools

Navision

Job description

A leading news publisher is seeking a qualified accountant to lead their Group Accounting & Reporting team. This role blends remote work with occasional in-person attendance at critical milestones. Your mission will involve overseeing financial consolidation, managing annual reports, and guiding audit processes. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical skills and a background in large corporate environments. The company offers robust perks such as 25 days' holiday, flexible policies, and a healthcare cash plan.