Supporting the development of the Group Finance function in a fast moving environment and taking a leading role on a number of key initiatives

Client Details

Group Financial Accountant - FMCG / Retail - Frimley

Description

• Supporting the Group Financial Analyst with the preparation of the Group consolidated results for actuals, budget and forecasts

• Providing insight and analysis on the balance sheet (focus on working capital) and cash flow for the Group, including reports for the board, banks and Exponent (PE house). Further, developing KPIs and improving reports

• Supporting the preparation of the year-end financial statements including detailed planning for the year end close process and working closely with the auditors

• Identifying and driving process improvements, for example improved forecasting and budgeting, month end process efficiencies etc.

• Leading on the implementation of IFRS 16 for the Group (process underway)

• Support with the implementation of a Group consolidation tool

• Develop manual accounting guidelines and practical applications in key accounting areas to ensure consistency of data across the Group

• Ad hoc projects such as supporting integration of acquisitions

Profile

• Qualified accountant, trained in practice, with at least one role post practice

• Commercial experience

• Strong analysis skills including forecasting and budgeting

• Experience of working at a Group level in an international organisation

Job Offer

£55,000 - £65,000