Financial Accounting Specialist

13 hours ago


East Midlands, United Kingdom Elevation Recruitment Group Full time

Elevation Recruitment Group is delighted to be recruiting a Group Financial Accountant for a successful Private Equity-backed business with operations spanning across the UK.

The company is offering a competitive salary up to £45,000 (dependent on experience) along with a fantastic benefits package which includes:

  • A highly attractive bonus scheme of up to 10%
  • 25 days holiday plus statutory leave
  • Life assurance and pension scheme

The role will involve working closely with and supporting the Senior Group Financial Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting for the Group. Key responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities
  • Assisting with the annual external audit process including:
    • Co-ordinating the regional and Group year end audit, ensuring seamless communication with external auditors
    • Preparing the annual statutory accounts for the Group and subsidiaries, adhering to IFRS and applicable accounting standards
    • Accounting for joint ventures within the Group, requiring strong technical knowledge
    • Managing statutory reporting for newly acquired subsidiaries, including statutory accounts and audit information
  • Responsibility for monthly reconciliation of intercompany accounts across all Group companies
  • Collaborating with operational finance teams to ensure complete and accurate information for the monthly management accounts and annual external audit
  • Ensuring adherence to the latest reporting requirements and guidance
  • Undertaking technical review of accounting standards and assessing their impact on Group accounting policies and reporting
  • Supporting a strong control environment, maintaining financial controls and processes
  • Delivering financial information and analysis to agreed formats, timelines, and standards
  • Involvement in ad hoc Group Finance projects as required

To succeed in this role, you will require:

Requirements
  • Newly qualified Accountant looking for first move into industry (ACA/ACCA)
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge of IFRS and applicable accounting standards, particularly IFRS 15
  • Prior experience in leading audit processes and liaising with auditors to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards
  • Highly organised and flexible individual with ability to work independently to deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for working within a team environment
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, with experience of COINS being desirable but not essential
  • Pro-active self-driven approach with desire to take ownership and develop skills

The department offers ambitious finance professionals the opportunity to develop technical skills and be involved in exciting projects as the business grows.



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