Interim Group Financial Accountant

Interim Group Financial Accountant

Posted 2 weeks ago by Alexander Lloyd

£80,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Crawley, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Interim Group Financial Accountant role is a fixed-term position based in Crawley, requiring a technically proficient accountant to manage group reporting and consolidations for an international company undergoing strategic changes. This key finance position reports directly to the Group Financial Controller and involves significant responsibilities in tax accounting, IFRS compliance, and liaising with auditors. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office presence three days a week, with a duration of 12 months and potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage monthly, half-year, and full-year group consolidations (multi-currency)
  • Lead tax accounting and statutory disclosures
  • Drive IFRS compliance and technical accounting updates
  • Liaise with auditors and manage consolidation tools
  • Support accounting for group-level items, leases (IFRS 16), and disposals

Key Skills:

  • Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting skills
  • Proven experience in group consolidations and multi-currency environments
  • Knowledge of IFRS and exposure to tax accounting
  • Experience in listed businesses is a plus
  • Adaptable personality
  • Strong communication skills

Salary (Rate): £80,000.00 yearly

City: Crawley

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

Interim Group Financial Accountant - Fixed Term Hybrid – Crawley (3 days/week) Duration: 12 months (potential to extend to 24 months) We're seeking a technically strong Interim Group Financial Accountant to support group reporting and consolidations for an international business undergoing strategic transformation. This is a key finance role reporting to the Group Financial Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage monthly, half-year, and full-year group consolidations (multi-currency)
  • Lead tax accounting and statutory disclosures
  • Drive IFRS compliance and technical accounting updates
  • Liaise with auditors and manage consolidation tools
  • Support accounting for group-level items, leases (IFRS 16), and disposals

Requirements:

  • Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting skills
  • Proven experience in group consolidations and multi-currency environments
  • Knowledge of IFRS and exposure to tax accounting
  • Experience in listed businesses is a plus
  • Adaptable personality
  • Strong communication skills

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