Group Financial Accountant

Management of the month end process to ensure reporting deadlines are adhered to

Provision of monthly consolidated management accounts incorporating P&L, Balance sheet and Cash Flow analysis with additional KPI reporting

Highlighting and investigating trends and variances, reviewing actual versus forecast and budget analysis

Revision of analysis of cash flow performance against Budget and MTCF, investigating working capital drivers, and free cash position

Assistance with the development of the group reporting pack to enhance monitoring performance of group operations

Support with the development and application of applicable accounting policies ensuring ongoing compliance by subsidiaries

Provide technical accounting advice to other teams

Qualified accountant (ACA) with 1-2 years PQE

Good academic background

Experience and Competencies

Exposure to International Groups with consolidation experience

Technical accounting knowledge, including up-to-date knowledge of IFRS

In preparing statutory accounts, including IXBRL reporting

High order Microsoft Excel skills

Knowledge of Hyperion HFM preferable

Able to work under pressure in a fast paced environment - ability to deliver to 3 demanding deadlines plus able to manage and influence the delivery of others involved in the process

Pragmatic, deadline - orientated approach to the production of monthly reporting packs while maintaining accuracy and technical competence

Team player able to build effective working relationships with Head Office Finance and wider country finance teams

Ability to discuss and communicate financial and operational information with non-financial managers

Demonstrate good analytical skills with a good commercial focus with the ability to understand business strategy, identify and interpret financial trends.

Attention to detail but ability to see the bigger picture