Senior Group Accountant

Goodman Masson; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for a Senior Group Accountant/Reporting Manager for a globally recognised media/advertising business in London. This role focuses on high-quality financial reporting and requires strong IFRS knowledge and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders. Candidates with experience in group consolidations or M&A accounting are especially encouraged to apply. The position offers opportunities for career progression within a supportive finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience navigating complex accounting issues.
• Experience with group consolidations and/or M&A accounting is highly desirable.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and build trusted relationships.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Group Reporting function.
• Delivering high-quality financial reporting.
• Business partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Prepare board packs and investor reporting.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across the group.

Skills

Strong IFRS technical knowledge

Engaging with senior stakeholders

Detail-oriented

Excellent organisational skills

Project management skills

Education

ACA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Base pay range

This range is provided by Goodman Masson. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Overview

Goodman Masson is exclusively partnered with a leading PE-backed media/advertising business in the search for a Snr Group Accountant/Reporting Manager. This is a standout opportunity for an ACA-qualified professional to join a high-performing, globally recognised organisation offering outstanding internal mobility.

This role would suit an Audit trained accountant with industry experience in group reporting.

The Role

Leading the Group Reporting function and reporting into the Group Financial Controller, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting that informs strategic decision-making. This hybrid role blends technical reporting with business-facing responsibilities, including:

• Group financial reporting (including statutory and management reporting)
• Leading the multi-currency group consolidation, including support on new system implementation
• Acquisition accounting and purchase price allocation
• Preparation of board packs and investor reporting
• Business partnering with senior stakeholders across the group

What We’re Looking For

• Strong IFRS technical knowledge and experience navigating complex accounting issues
• Proven ability to engage with senior stakeholders and build trusted relationships
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and project management skills
• Experience with group consolidations and/or M&A accounting highly desirable

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global business with a proven track record of internal progression and career development. You’ll be joining a supportive, ambitious finance team and gain exposure to senior leadership from day one.

Apply now for further information and the full job spec.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution and Technology, Information and Media