Senior Group Financial Accountant

Senior Group Financial Accountant

£55-67k plus bonus
Basingstoke or Poole based, 3 days on site

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications & Experience

• 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

What s on Offer

• 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

A fantastic opportunity to join a global brand in a newly created role offering good career prospects and a strong progression route.

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