Job Description
Job Title: Group Financial AccountantLocation: Mid Devon (Exeter, Crediton, Okehampton, Barnstaple, Cullompton)Salary: £50,000-£60,000
We are currently partnering with an established and expanding group of companies in Mid Devon is looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join their finance team. This is a key technical and leadership role, supporting group reporting, audits, and financial control across multiple entities. This role would suit a technically sound qualified ACA looking to make their first or second move from Practice.
Purpose of Role:
To manage group financial reporting, audit processes, and key control activities across the group. This role ensures accurate financial performance reporting, supports strategic projects, and contributes to continuous improvement within the finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and consolidate group financial statements.
- Maintain balance sheet controls and oversee intercompany reconciliations.
- Manage group cash forecasting and working capital facilities.
- Support external audit planning, coordination, and submission.
- Oversee fixed asset management, financing, insurance, and banking processes.
- Provide support for indirect tax compliance and liaise with external tax advisors.
- Lead and develop finance team members.
- Contribute to project work, including IFRS16 implementation and business continuity planning.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with 3+ years PQE.
- Strong technical accounting, analytical, and reporting skills.
- Advanced Excel and multi-platform IT skills.
- Proven team leadership and communication abilities.
- Experience within a medium or large organisation preferred.
On offer is a competitive salary, benefits package, and career progression opportunities within a respected, multi-entity group. For more information, please contact Jamie Wall at Lloyd Barnes Recruitment.
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