Group Financial Accountant

Chalk Hill Group are supporting a well-established international organisation in the search for an experienced Group Financial Accountant to join the team on a 6-month contract. This role will suit a technically strong qualified accountant who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, group reporting environment.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Take a lead on the financial reporting activities for UK entities, including group functions
• Ensuring accurate and timely monthly close processes
• Own the monthly balance sheet reconciliation process and quarterly review presentations
• Intercompany balance monitoring and resolution
• Preparation of journals including payroll, depreciation, leases, pensions, and general accounting adjustments
• Supporting tax accounting activities including VAT and statutory reporting
• Monthly variance analysis of balance sheet and P&L with investigation of key movements
• Preparation of group recharges and support with transfer pricing calculations
• Weekly cash flow forecasting
• Maintenance of the fixed asset register and lease accounting system
• Key point of contact for internal and external auditors

Key Skills/Experience include:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Experience in a group reporting or technical accounting role
• Strong knowledge of IFRS
• Good understanding of UK VAT and Tax processes would be advantageous
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Confident communicator with a collaborative and proactive approach

What’s on Offer

• 6-month contract with a well-known international group
• Hybrid working with only 2–3 days per month in the office
• Competitive salary equivalent of £60,000–£65,000 per annum
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive finance team

If you’re immediately available (or available at short notice) and looking for a technically focused contract role with excellent flexibility, we’d love to hear from you.

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