Group Accountant

  • BMC Recruitment Group Ltd
  • Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire
  • Apr 02, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

We re hiring a forward-thinking Group Audit Accountant to join our Client s growing business in a high-impact, standalone role. Equivalent in scope to a Group Accountant, this position offers the opportunity to take real ownership of audit, technical accounting, and group reporting, working directly with the CFO.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment and wants to shape processes, drive improvements, and make the role their own.

The Role
You ll play a key role across the finance function, including:
  • Leading the external audit process and acting as the main point of contact for auditors
  • Owning group consolidations and financial reporting across multiple entities and currencies
  • Supporting statutory accounts and tax reporting in collaboration with external advisors
  • Driving the transition to updated FRS 102 (with future IFRS alignment)
  • Strengthening financial controls, processes, and documentation across the group
  • Supporting wider finance initiatives including system improvements and potential M&A activity

About You
  • Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
  • Strong background in audit and technical accounting (practice or industry)
  • Experience in a multi-entity or group environment
  • Confident working autonomously with senior stakeholders
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable in a challenging, fast-moving business

What s on Offer
  • £90,000 salary
  • Hybrid working (1 2 days per week in the office)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
  • A high-visibility role with direct CFO exposure
  • The chance to build, improve, and truly own the audit and technical accounting function