Group Management Accountant
- Recruiter
- Michael Page
- Location
- St. Albans, Hertfordshire
- Salary
- Hybrid
- Posted
- 28 Oct 2024
- Closes
- 18 Nov 2024
- Ref
- JN -102024-6554158
- Contact
- Tom Bartrip
- Job role
- Management accountant
- Sector
- Manufacturing/engineering
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Experience level
- Qualified accountant
Are you an experienced finance professional seeking a challenging role within a dynamic FMCG environment? Our client, a prominent player in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, is looking for a Group Management Accountant to join their expanding team in St. Albans.
Client Details
This pivotal position as a Group Management Accountant offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your group accounting expertise and play a crucial role in driving financial excellence across the organisation. You'll be responsible for overseeing group-wide financial reporting, tax planning, and audit processes, ensuring compliance and supporting strategic decision-making at the highest level.
Our client is a well-established FMCG company with a strong market presence and a portfolio of beloved household brands. With a commitment to innovation and sustainable growth, they offer a stimulating work environment that fosters professional development and rewards excellence.
Description
The Group Management Accountant will be responsible for:
- Manage the group consolidation process and prepare consolidated financial statements
- Lead the coordination of external audits and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards
- Develop and maintain robust financial controls and processes across the group
- Provide expert tax advice and oversee tax planning initiatives
- Produce insightful financial analysis and reports for senior management
- Collaborate with various departments to drive process improvements and efficiency's
- Support M&A activities with financial due diligence and integration planning
Profile
The Ideal candidate will be:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with demonstrable post-qualification experience
- Strong background in group accounting within a complex, multi-entity structure
- In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations
- Previous experience in external audit, preferably within the FMCG sector
- Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
- Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels
- Proficiency in advanced Excel and financial reporting systems
- Able to commute to commute to St. Albans a couple days a week
Job Offer
- Salary up to £70k!
- Bonus
- Hybrid
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