Group Financial Accountant - FMCG/Retail (Permanent)

My client is a global consumer business that offers a brilliant opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join a truly modern and flexible working environment as the company continues to grow and transform. This role in particular will offer a qualified accountant genuine scope for structured progression and broad exposure to various parts of the larger finance function, including budgeting & forecasting, consolidation and higher level reporting.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Financial Controller and CFO on certain projects over the annum as the company transforms its processes and systems
• Preparation of the monthly board pack and review the monthly management accounts, providing analysis and commentary
• Consolidation of financial statements
• IFRS reporting in addition to budgeting & forecasting
• Group intercompany balances agree at month end and the intercompany matrix is in agreement.
• Provide assistance for the Financial Controller on various tasks such as group financial reporting and consolidation of global reporting entities
• Supporting the auditors with financial audit and ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Providing information to internal/external auditors and tax advisors
• Review and develop systems and processes, helping drive change and growth
• Providing guidance for the reporting team as required with variance analysis and other ad hoc work

Requirements:

- Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent.
- Strong Technical Accounting Skills, including IFRS
- Strong Excel skills

- Experience with Retail or FMCG companies