An exciting opportunity has arisen for a technically strong, qualified accountant to join the Group Finance function of a large, established and diverse organisation based in Carlisle.This is a newly created Group Financial Accountant position, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to take ownership of a broad range of Group-level accounting responsibilities whilst working closely with the Group Finance Director and stakeholders across the wider organisation.This would suit an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant looking for a role that combines technical accounting, Group consolidation, statutory reporting, financial controls and commercial insight.
The roleAs Group Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely consolidated financial information across the Group, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and relevant financial reporting standards.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing annual consolidated financial statements and statutory accounts across Group entities
• Producing consolidated EBITA reporting, board packs and performance commentary
• Supporting Group budgeting, consolidated balance sheets, cash flow reporting and forecasting
• Coordinating the annual audit process and acting as a key contact for external auditors
• Managing intercompany reconciliations and Group-level accounting adjustments
• Reviewing and strengthening financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Developing budgeting, forecasting and consolidation systems and reporting tools
• Providing financial insight and information to senior management and key internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting strategic projects and the implementation of new accounting and reporting requirements

About youYou will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong technical accounting background. Ideally, you will bring:

• Experience of statutory accounting, Group reporting and consolidations
• Exposure to multi-entity and multi-currency environments
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and FRS 101/102
• Experience working with auditors and preparing audit schedules
• Knowledge of VAT, corporation tax and deferred tax accounting
• Strong ERP/consolidation systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills

Why consider this opportunity?The attraction of this position is its breadth. Rather than focusing purely on statutory reporting, it offers exposure across Group consolidation, budgeting and forecasting, financial controls, systems development and senior-level reporting. For someone looking to build on a strong technical accounting foundation, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a newly created role where you can make an impact and contribute to the continued development of Group finance processes and reporting. First time movers from accountancy practice are encouraged to apply.
For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Laura Latimer at Hays Accountancy & Finance.

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