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Senior Group Financial Accountant

Job Description

Senior Group Financial Accountant

£55-67k plus bonus
Basingstoke or Poole based, 3 days on site

About the Role

A global organisation operating across multiple sectors is seeking a Senior Group Financial Accountant to join its central finance team. This high-profile role offers international exposure and the opportunity to influence strategic initiatives through expert IFRS guidance and robust financial governance.

Reporting to the Group External Reporting Director, you’ll serve as a key technical resource for IFRS matters, supporting external reporting, shaping accounting policies, and collaborating across functions including Tax, Treasury, and Legal.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide IFRS accounting advice across the Group, staying ahead of emerging standards
  • Coordinate with international teams on complex technical issues and challenge accounting judgements
  • Support strategic projects such as acquisitions, refinancing, and restructuring
  • Develop and maintain IFRS policies and deliver training to global finance teams
  • Contribute to the production of the Annual Report and Audit Committee papers
  • Act as liaison with external auditors on complex accounting areas (e.g. share-based payments, SaaS)
  • Review monthly Group consolidations and ensure accuracy across local teams
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support governance and reporting excellence

Qualifications & Experience

  • ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification with strong IFRS expertise
  • 1-3 years post-qualification experience, ideally within a large complex business or a top tier firm of accountants
  • Proven experience in external financial reporting (e.g. listed company or UK statutory accounts)
  • Strong business partnering, analytical, project management, and communication skills
  • Confidence in challenging accounting judgements and driving best practices
  • Advanced Excel skills

What’s on Offer

  • Exposure to strategic, high-impact projects across a global organisation
  • Opportunity to shape IFRS policies and reporting frameworks
  • Supportive, collaborative culture with strong professional development focus
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

A fantastic opportunity to join a global brand in a newly created role offering good career prospects and a strong progression route.

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