The Role
As Group Accounting Manager, you'll take ownership of the delivery and quality of group financial reporting and consolidation activities.
You'll lead a small team, ensuring reporting deadlines are met while maintaining exceptional standards of accuracy, governance and compliance.
Working closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business, you'll provide trusted financial expertise, resolve complex accounting issues and continuously improve processes to support effective decision-making.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- lead, coach and develop a team of finance professionals, setting objectives and supporting their growth.
- manage the preparation and review of group accounts and financial analysis, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved.
- oversee group consolidations, intercompany reconciliations and consolidation journals.
- review balance sheets and aged balances, ensuring effective financial controls are maintained.
- lead fixed asset accounting, tax compliance and VAT-related activities.
- coordinate external audits and support the production of statutory accounts.
- identify control weaknesses and implement improvements to processes, systems and audit trails.
- build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, auditors, HMRC and professional advisers.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- We're looking for a finance leader who combines technical accounting expertise with strong people management skills.
- You'll bring:
- a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferred) or equivalent experience.
- strong knowledge of group accounting principles and FRS 102 reporting requirements.
- experience of consolidations, statutory reporting, fixed assets, tax, VAT, audit and financial controls.
- proven experience managing, coaching and developing teams.
- excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- advanced spreadsheet and finance systems expertise.
- Desirable experience includes:
- knowledge of the Housing SORP.
- Big Four or comparable professional practice experience.
- experience within a large group structure or regulated sector environment.
WHY JOIN US
At BFL, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring strong financial stewardship that supports the delivery of safe, secure homes and thriving communities.
You'll work alongside talented colleagues in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement, inclusion and professional development.
WHAT WE OFFER
- competitive salary - £61000.00 to £73000.00 per annum
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- family friendly policies
- health and wellbeing support
About Us
Flagship is part of Bromford Flagship Livewest.
By joining us, you become part of a one of the largest housing providers in the UK - delivering community-focused services across the East, Central and South West of England.
We manage approximately 120,000 homes, serving around 300,000 customers, and with firm ambitions to deliver an additional 50,000 new homes by 2040.