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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