Senior Financial Accountant - External Reporting (IFRS)

JD GROUP; Bury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global retailer is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee the preparation and accuracy of external financial reporting in Bury. The ideal candidate will have strong IFRS knowledge, effective communication skills, and be a qualified accountant with at least 2 years of experience. The role includes responsibilities like statutory reporting and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This employer offers a range of benefits including a holiday allowance and gym membership discounts.

Benefits

Incremental Holiday Allowance

Staff Discount

Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme

Discounted Gym membership

Personal development opportunities

Access to Apprenticeships

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated and entity-level statutory accounts.
• Assist in drafting disclosures for reports.
• Support the external audit process.
• Provide technical accounting advice.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards.
• Maintain strong internal controls.
• Ensure reconciliations are complete and accurate.

Skills

Strong knowledge of IFRS

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong Excel skills

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

2 years post qualified experience

Job description

A leading global retailer is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee the preparation and accuracy of external financial reporting in Bury. The ideal candidate will have strong IFRS knowledge, effective communication skills, and be a qualified accountant with at least 2 years of experience. The role includes responsibilities like statutory reporting and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This employer offers a range of benefits including a holiday allowance and gym membership discounts.