Interim Group Accountant

Axon Moore are delighted to be supporting a leading and growing business in Leeds  in the appointment of a Group Accountant.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the Group Accountant will play a central role in group consolidation and will carry broad responsibility across both day-to-day cash management and long-term strategic financial planning. This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically strong finance professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce consolidated monthly management information for the Group
• Prepare financial information for the Group Board pack
• Provide monthly reporting to shareholders
• Consolidate, review and challenge the Group's long-term cash forecast
• Liaise with key stakeholders and senior finance personnel to understand cash movements and forecasting assumptions
• Assist with day-to-day cash management and produce the Group short-term cash forecast
• Manage the statutory accounts and corporation tax return process across the Group (circa 50 companies), working alongside the Financial Controller and Finance Manager
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and statutory reporting requirements
• Liaise with the external auditors, tax advisors and bankers
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to Management to support informed decision making

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid grounding in statutory reporting
• Experience managing statutory accounts and group consolidations
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently across a range of stakeholders

If you feel you have the required skills and experience for this role, please apply as soon as possible.

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