Group Financial Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Consolidation: Support the month-end close half-year and year-end processes. Youll assist in preparing consolidated group financial statements and drafting subsidiary statutory accounts in line with GAAP/IFRS.
• Technical Accounting Ownership: Take the lead on key accounting areas including revenue recognition properties provisions and IFRS 16 leases.
• Controls & Governance: Maintain robust internal controls and reconciliations (including intercompany balances). Youll also get hands-on exposure to UK Corporate Governance and UK SOX processes.
• Audit & Stakeholder Management: Act as a key point of contact for external auditors preparing financial schedules for management accounts and the Annual Report.
• Business Partnering: Work closely with local finance teams and management accountants to ensure consistent accounting policies across the Group providing technical guidance where needed.

Qualifications :

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully Qualified: ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) with 12 years of post-qualified experience.
• Core Accounting: Strong background in preparing/reviewing financial statements and supporting the month-end close process.
• Technical Exposure: Practical experience working with accounting policies guidelines and liaising directly with external auditors.

Skills & Attributes

• Technical Expertise: Robust knowledge of IFRS UK GAAP and UK BEIS regulations.
• Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to dissect complex financial data and spot trends.
• Communication & Collaboration: Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and translate complex financial information for non-finance stakeholders.
• Organisation : Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks delegate effectively and manage deadlines.

Additional Information :

How well look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role youll get a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday as well as an extra day after youve been with us for three five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.

• An extra days paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.

• Big moment day - an extra days paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!)

• Bonus scheme - youll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.

• Help saving for your retirement - well match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.

• Supportive and progressive people policies - were proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldnt have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers. If theres something you want to understand more about just ask - it wont make a difference to your application.

• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctors appointments.

• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner and pay for it through salary sacrifice.

• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.

• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reachs very own online marketplace Yimbly where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.

• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

If youre excited about this role but dont tick every single box please dont let that stop you from applying.

We know that everyone has their own story to tell and we value potential passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work.

Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us better serve our audiences which is why were dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported. As an equal opportunities employer we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair and welcoming to all without discrimination on the basis of age disability gender identity ethnicity religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.  

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time