Group Reporting Accountant

Job Description We are partnered with a highly respected, award-winning international business operating within a specialist technology and engineering sector. Known for its strong innovation culture, the organisation provides mission-critical solutions to clients worldwide and is recognised for its commitment to quality, continuous improvement and forward-thinking leadership.Due to ongoing growth and increasing operational complexity, the company is seeking a Group Reporting Accountant to strengthen its central Finance function. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, timely and insightful group financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust compliance across global operations.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join a dynamic, values-led organisation where you can contribute to impactful work and develop within a high-performing team.Key Responsibilities:Deliver high-quality technical reporting across the Group Finance function.Lead monthly, quarterly and annual consolidation of group entities, including intercompany eliminations, goodwill accounting, consolidated cashflows, and treatment of acquisitions/disposals.Produce all consolidated statutory and management reporting.Maintain and develop group-level metrics to support business objectives.Manage the group chart of accounts, mapping rules and consolidation journals.Ensure full FRS 102 disclosure compliance across consolidated financial statements.Act as lead on the group system consolidation project.Coordinate with external auditors and support the annual audit process.Drive consistency and continuous improvement of management accounting formats and KPIs across the group.Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Management Accountants within the Finance team.Support and coordinate the annual budgeting process.Maintain the Financial Procedures Manual and links to QMS requirements.Provide data for quarterly banking reports and maintain performance-monitoring KPIs.Profile:Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).Strong experience in management and statutory reporting.Proven expertise in group consolidations and group accounts.Confident user of modern accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to clearly articulate complex financial matters.Able to understand and interpret complex systems and work closely with IT where required.Strong decision-making skills, especially in pressurised situations.Highly organised, with the ability to balance multiple deadlines and priorities.Exceptional attention to detail and a track record of delivering high-quality outputs.Proactive, driven, enthusiastic and committed to continuous improvement.Flexible and adaptable approach; willingness to work beyond standard hours when required.On Offer:Competitive salary and benefits package DOE10% bonus25 days holiday + bank holidaysHealthcareHybrid working 3 and 2JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-17