Senior Group Accountant

Page Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Personnel in London is seeking a Senior Group Accountant to lead the consolidation process and deliver accurate group financial statements in line with accounting standards.

You will manage month-end and year-end close, provide technical guidance, handle debt/derivative reporting, and contribute to budgeting and long-term planning for a property-sector group.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and consolidation.
• Experience in group accounting within property or related sectors.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for the group in compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage month-end and year-end reporting, including variance analysis and reconciliations.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
• Assist with debt and derivative reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within the group systems.
• Monitor and implement changes in accounting regulations and standards.
• Support ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as required.

Skills

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Consolidation & group accounting

Financial reporting standards

Property industry experience

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication to non-finance Stakehold

Education

Recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA)

Job description

This organisation operates in the property industry and is based in London.

Job Description

• Prepare consolidated financial statements for the group, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Manage the month-end and year-end reporting processes, including variance analysis and reconciliations.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
• Assist with Debt and Derivative reporting
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data within the group's systems.
• Monitor and implement changes in accounting regulations and standards.
• Support ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as required.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Group Accountant should have:

• A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards and consolidation processes.
• Experience in group accounting within the property industry or a related sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools, with attention to detail.
• The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £75,000 to £80,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position located in London, 4 days in office.
• Opportunity to work in the property industry with a focus on group financial management.