Group Financial Accountant

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A global organisation operating across multiple sectors is seeking a Senior Group Financial Accountant to join its central finance team. This high-profile role offers international exposure and the opportunity to influence strategic initiatives through expert IFRS guidance and robust financial governance.

Reporting to the Group External Reporting Director, you’ll serve as a key technical resource for IFRS matters, supporting external reporting, shaping accounting policies, and collaborating across functions including Tax, Treasury, and Legal.

• Provide IFRS accounting advice across the Group, staying ahead of emerging standards
• Coordinate with international teams on complex technical issues and challenge accounting judgements
• Support strategic projects such as acquisitions, refinancing, and restructuring
• Develop and maintain IFRS policies and deliver training to global finance teams
• Contribute to the production of the Annual Report and Audit Committee papers
• Act as liaison with external auditors on complex accounting areas (e.g. share-based payments, SaaS)
• Review monthly Group consolidations and ensure accuracy across local teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support governance and reporting excellence

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification with strong IFRS expertise
• 1-3 years post-qualification experience, ideally within a large complex business or a top tier firm of accountants
• Proven experience in external financial reporting (e.g. listed company or UK statutory accounts)
• Strong business partnering, analytical, project management, and communication skills
• Confidence in challenging accounting judgements and driving best practices
• Advanced Excel skills

• Exposure to strategic, high-impact projects across a global organisation
• Opportunity to shape IFRS policies and reporting frameworks
• Supportive, collaborative culture with strong professional development focus
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Associate

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

Accounting