Manager, Group Accounting

Davies; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Group Finance Manager for a fixed-term full-time role. This position focuses on enhancing financial accounting processes and supporting the development of team members. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in group consolidations and a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to optimize reporting and drive improvements across divisions. The company values diversity and offers a range of benefits to support its employees.

Benefits

Reward platform with discounts at 800+ retailers

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Employee Assistance Program with virtual GP

Paid volunteering days

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Fostering and fertility support

Pension scheme with up to 5% matched contributions

Life assurance (4x salary)

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years PQE in industry.
• Experience in preparing group statutory and management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on improving the Group's consolidation process.
• Assist with acquisition-related financial information.
• Develop KPIs on reporting performance.

Skills

UK GAAP

IFRS

Time Management

Process Improvements

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA)

Tools

MS Office

D365

Planful

Job description

Manager, Group Accounting

Application Deadline: 27 May 2025

Department: Corporate Finance

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: London, UK

Description

The contract role of the Group Finance Manager will be to actively participate in all aspects of the Group's financial accounting agenda, supporting the Director, Group Accounting where necessary. The role will focus on continuous improvement, reviewing the current consolidation and reporting processes to identify areas for enhancement. Additionally, it will support the development of the two Group Accountants within the team.

Your New Role

1. Collaborate with the Consolidation Accountant on projects to maintain and improve the Group's consolidation process, including:

• Ensuring the efficiency of consolidation adjustments to reflect Group structure changes.
• Managing intercompany trading elimination processes and reconciliations, including reserves.
• Owning the balance sheet and cash flow reporting within Planful, with ongoing improvements to the Chart of Accounts.
• Identifying other areas for development based on review and understanding of the consolidation process.

1. Assist the Group Finance team with acquisition-related financial information, including goodwill calculations, review of completion balance sheets for new acquisitions, and working with M&A teams and external advisors on fair value adjustments and disposal steps.

• Embed capex reporting and related processes into the Group Finance team efficiently.
• Drive reporting improvements across divisions by defining accountabilities, developing and documenting policies and processes, and providing training on technical topics.
• Develop KPIs on reporting performance and recommend enhancements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and arbiter for technical accounting discussions.

Key Relationships

• Work with Divisional CFOs and Finance teams to optimize reporting processes.
• Coordinate with the Group Treasurer on management vs. statutory accounts, cash, and working capital movements.
• Interact with Group CFO, Deputy CFO, and Group FC on monthly results.
• Collaborate with the Group Tax Manager to ensure accurate posting of tax positions.
• Engage with external auditors and advisors.

What You'll Bring to the Role

• Qualified accountant (ACA) with 10+ years PQE in industry.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience in preparing group statutory and management accounts.
• Experience with large consolidations and working across multiple companies and divisions.
• Curious, innovative, and proactive in process improvements.
• Ability to work under pressure with excellent time management.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with D365 and Planful is advantageous.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including women and underrepresented groups, as we are committed to an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Davies offers a range of benefits, including:

• Reward platform with discounts at 800+ retailers
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Employee Assistance Program with virtual GP
• Paid volunteering days
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Fostering and fertility support
• Pension scheme with up to 5% matched contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Training and professional development opportunities