Group Financial Systems Accountant
Posted 7 days ago by Jooble
£67,925 Per year
Undetermined
Onsite
Blackburn, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Group Financial Systems Accountant role at EG Group in Blackburn involves managing the Oracle EPM consolidation and planning system while collaborating with various departments to enhance system efficiency and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The position requires a qualified accountant to oversee financial data consolidation and support the finance team with system functionalities. The role is office-based and offers a full-time permanent contract with opportunities for career development. The successful candidate will also engage with external auditors and maintain data integrity across financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ownership and administration of Oracle EPM for consolidation and planning.
- Develop and maintain effective BI for financial reporting, planning, and analysis.
- Oversee the implementation and management of Oracle EPM and Blackline.
- Support finance team members on Oracle EPM and Blackline functionalities.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and frameworks across consolidation processes.
- Evaluate and improve consolidation and planning processes, streamlining workflows.
- Develop and ensure compliance with internal controls within consolidation processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for accurate financial data consolidation.
- Support external auditors during the annual audit process.
Key Skills:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
- Experience in group accounting function.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Finance Systems Expertise.
- Business Partnering.
- Experience in preparing financial consolidation and reconciliation processes (desirable).
- Experience in implementation (desirable).
Salary (Rate): £67,925 yearly
City: Blackburn
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
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Role: Group Financial Systems Accountant
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based (location subject to change due to planned office relocation)
Contract: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £57,475 - £67,925 Dependent on Experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
This is an office based role 5 days a week
About The Role
EG Group has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Financial Systems Accountant to join our expanding business! This role will business partner across the Group function of the finance department and collaborate with various departments to enhance system efficiency, provide training, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. This role is responsible for managing and overseeing the Oracle EPM consolidation and planning system, as well as influencing the effective adoption of Blackline utilised for account reconciliations. The successful candidate will support the delivery of accurate and timely consolidation financial data and the maintenance of data integrity.
What You'll Be Doing
- Ownership and administration of Oracle EPM which is being implemented by the Group for consolidation and planning purposes.
- Develop and maintain effective BI for financial reporting, planning and analysis.
- Oversee the ongoing implementation and management of Oracle EPM and Blackline which the Group are utilising for consolidation and account reconciliations respectively.
- Lead in supporting finance team members on Oracle EPM and Blackline functionalities and best practices.
- Stay updated on the Groups accounting policies and associated accounting framework, ensuring compliance across consolidation processes and reconciliations.
- Continuously evaluate and improve consolidation and planning processes, streamline workflows, and implement best practices.
- Develop and ensure compliance with internal controls within the consolidation and reconciliation processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, treasury, and IT to ensure accurate and timely financial data consolidation.
- Support external auditors during the annual audit process, addressing queries and ensuring timely completion of audit deliverables.
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Experience in group accounting function
- Strong Excel skills
- Finance Systems Expertise
- Business Partnering
Desirable:
- Experience in preparing financial consolidation and reconciliation processes
- Experience in implementation
Why Join EG Group
- Performance Based Bonus Scheme
- Flexible working hours (8am - 10am start, 8-hour working day)
- Access To Apprenticeships And Accredited Qualifications
- Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
- ASDA Discount Card - 15% off all ASDA stores
- Free Secure Car Parking
- Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
- Dress Down Fridays
- Prayer and Ablution Facilities
- Work Anniversary Rewards
- Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group