Interim Senior Group Accountant

• Overseeing the timely submission, review and challenge of global subsidiary submissions, ensuring accounting treatments align with FRS102 and Group accounting policies
• Delivery of consolidated primary statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cashflow) in compliance with FRS102 for internal monthly/quarterly reporting
• Delivery of the consolidated annual statutory accounts in compliance with FRS102, including disclosure notes and supporting analysis/audit evidence
• Collaboration with internal teams (including global finance teams, treasury and tax) as required to input into the preparation of audit information and analysis
• Liaison with the Group and component audit teams to ensure the timely resolution of audit issues and completion of the accounts
• Lead research on complex accounting matters, assess the accounting impact of proposed transactions and provide expert guidance to regional finance teams on the application of FRS102
• Preparation of comprehensive accounting papers to document technical assessments and recommendations for complex transactions
• Driving automation and process improvements to enhance the efficiency of month end and statutory reporting processes
• Ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the suite of Group accounting policies, ensuring alignment with FRS102, and provision of application guidance to global finance teams for complex accounting areas and transactions
• Ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the Group financial control policies to ensure these remain relevant and adhered to throughout the Group
• Support on embedding and monitoring adherence to minimum control framework, and support on application and best practice to global finance teams
• Contributing to training on Group policies to global finance teams
• Involved in other ad-hoc finance projects as these arise

• Recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA/ACA or overseas equivalent)
• Demonstrable experience in year-end group consolidation processes and preparation of statutory accounts under FRS102
• Knowledge/experience of financial reporting processes, complex multi-currency consolidations and internal controls
• Technically strong with working knowledge of FRS 102, specifically leases and revenue recognition
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate financial reporting
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain good working relationships with global subsidiary finance teams
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, able to prioritise effectively and ability to handle multiple tasks, while continuously seeking improvements in processes and financial reporting
• Ability to work as part of a team and be collaborative
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Environment where our people have the opportunity to achieve their full potential and do interesting and meaningful work