Group Accountant

3 weeks ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom James Fisher and Sons plc Full time

About James Fisher and Sons plc

We are a global supplier of trusted engineering services across various industries, with a strong ability to develop innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Our highly skilled team and 175-year heritage enable us to deliver solutions to the most demanding operational and technical challenges faced by our customers worldwide.

We are relied on in the marine, defence, and energy sectors to help our customers achieve their goals safely, efficiently, and responsibly.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an Accountant to join our Group Finance Team and play a crucial role in the financial accounting and reporting processes.

The successful candidate will assist with the production of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, as well as budget forecasting and ad hoc Group Finance projects.

The role can be based anywhere in the North West and will involve some days in our office in Bamber Bridge, Preston.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the production of the monthly Group consolidated accounts.
  • Review and challenge of management accounts.
  • Monthly reconciliation and review of balance sheet accounts.
  • Support the various external and internal audits.
  • Assist in the production of annual reports and accounts.
  • KPI reporting providing insightful analysis.
  • Assisting in the consolidation and production of budgets and forecasts.
  • Providing technical guidance to Group Companies.
  • Support the Chief Accountant in identifying and implementing process efficiencies and improvements to drive a faster month end close process.
  • Providing system support on Group Consolidation package (Cognos) to Group Companies.
  • Support Cognos improvements and upgrades projects.
  • Support remediation of identified internal controls gaps.
  • Contribute to updates of the accounting policies and procedures.
  • Any other reasonable duties as required.

About the Candidate

We are looking for a candidate with a continuous improvement mindset, professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA), and a proven track record of improving and streamlining processes and policies.

Previous experience within a group accounting team is preferable, but not a must.

Cognos experience is also preferable.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical accounting background (IFRS), be highly numerate and analytical, and have effective organisational ability and time management skills.

They will also be a confident and effective communicator with the ability to build rapport and work with people at all levels.


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