Group Accountant
- Employer
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- Wales, Newport
- Salary
- £45000 - £50000 per annum + Plus Additional Benefits
- Closing date
- May 26, 2021
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- Job Role
- Group Accountant
- Sector
- Finance
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
The Senior Group Accountant will be responsible for financial control and governance across the group finance function. You will be accountable for the accurate and timely financial reporting of your set business areas into the Group FC and will be responsible for preparation of all Board reporting packs across the Group.
Compliance with FCA, Legal and HMRC requirements across the Group is also a key element to this vital role.
Client Details
My client is an award winning business with several sites across the UK.They are going through a sustained period of growth with further ambitious growth plans for 2021 and beyond.
Description
* Deputising for the Group FC and assisting with the preparation of all Board reporting across the Group in relation to the businesses
* Supporting the Group FC with work relating to Group structure/restructure, acquisitions, financing arrangements of the Group
* Preparation and enhancement of the monthly consolidated balance sheet position for the Group, via meeting with heads of the respective finance areas and key business stakeholders
* Hands on involvement with the implementation of a new general ledger and procure to pay solution during 2021 across all Group entities. Opportunity to design, improve and enhance finance processes and procedures
* Involved with all aspects of Treasury including the maintenance of Trust and operating accounts of the Group, operation of a Group cashflow and daily, weekly and monthly Board reporting of cash flow against forecast/budget
* Key role in the annual external audit including the preparation of the consolidation and financial statements of all Group companies
* Preparation of the key businesses regulatory reporting. Management of the set Trust accounts processes to ensure adherence with CASS rules. Solvency and Regulatory capital reporting together with quarterly RMAR preparation. Oversight of the Insurer's regulatory requirements
* Liaison with the Group's tax adviser's to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements covering all aspects of corporation tax, VAT, IPT and PAYE
* Maintenance and continual improvement of the Group's accounting policies and financial procedures manual.
* Ensure training is delivered either in house or externally to the finance teams so they are aware of updates to rules, legislation, FCA and accounting standards.
Profile
ACA or ACCA Qualified
Advanced Excel Skills
Previous Financial Services experience is desirable.
Experience of financial accounts in a Group environment.
Must be personally ambitious and match the companies growth plans.
Will consider first movers from practice - great opportunity for Newly Qualified accountants.
Job Offer
Competitive Salary.
Flexible working environment.
Great company culture.
Career pathway and progression.
Opportunity to join an award winning market leading organisation.
Company
Michael Page specialises in the permanent, temporary and interim recruitment of qualified accountants. In fact, our organisation was founded to provide selection and recruitment services for accounting professionals and has been a market leader in this field for more than 35 years.
We have earned the trust of clients in industry and commerce, the banking and financial services markets and the public and not-for-profit sector. We also have an exemplary track record of completing assignments for everyone from small, boutique practices to the Big Four firms.
Many of our consultants have a background in accounting and finance – that’s real, grass roots expertise at your disposal. Combine that with the global reach you get from a company that has over 155 offices in 36 countries and you’re looking at a pretty formidable package. We are confident no other consultancy is better qualified to help you make that crucial, next step in your career.
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