Group Reporting Accountant

About Our Client

Michael Page Finance is partnering with a leading global consumer services business to recruit a Group Reporting Accountant into their Group Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile, growing organisation with an international footprint and a people-focused culture.

• Lead IFRS group reporting, consolidation & statutory accounts.
• Partner with auditors & stakeholders while driving process improvements.
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports in line with company policies and regulations.
• Support the annual Group audit, responding to auditor queries.
• Prepare Group consolidation adjustments and consolidated balance sheets.
• Prepare year-end statutory accounts for UK entities and support consolidated accounts.
• Provide support on IFRS matters, including IFRS 16 leases.
• Assist with cost accounting and forecasting alongside the Finance Business Partner.
• Perform internal audit work to ensure strong balance sheet controls.
• Support ad-hoc projects for the Group Reporting Director and CFO.

• A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g. ACA, ACCA).
• Strong audit experience, ideally Big 4 trained.
• Proven experience preparing or auditing IFRS financial statements.
• Detailed knowledge of IFRS 16.
• Strong Excel and technical accounting skills.
• Comfortable in a multinational environment, liaising with auditors and advisors.
• Hands-on, proactive, resilient, and detail-focused.

• Hybrid working : 2 days per week in the Leeds office.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus one personal day, with optional holiday purchase.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Inclusive and flexible working culture.
• Free gym membership.