Group Accountant - Axon Moore Group Ltd : Job Details

Axon Moore are working with an exceptional business based in South Manchester who area looking to recruit a Group Accountant to become an integral member of the Group Finance function.  Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the successful applicant will hold a varied role, taking responsibility for reporting. This role could provide an ambitious candidate with the experience and achievements that could enable them to enhance their career trajectory.

• Manage the financial records for head office units, including posting journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and preparing annual statutory accounts.
• Assist in the management of both group and individual audits.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Aid in the production of the group’s comprehensive annual report.
• Help coordinate the preparation of subsidiary financial statements, ensuring consistency with established reporting templates.
• Assist in the integration of newly acquired businesses and handle acquisition accounting as required.
• Help develop and maintain corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide expertise in UK GAAP and offer guidance to other finance team members on accounting matters.
• Draft specialized accounting reports and papers as needed.
• Support the upcoming transition to IFRS accounting standards expected in upcoming years.
• Process improvement.

The successful Group Accountant will have the following background;

• ACA or ACCA Qualified having trained in an accountancy practice. 
• Possess a high level of people and relationship skills.
• A desire to develop a broad skill set beyond statutory accounting and continuously drive improvements as part of a growth journey.