Posted: 16h ago
The role
About The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join our Group Finance. This is a key role supporting Group functions, delivering accurate financial reporting, driving process improvements, and acting as a bridge between finance, IT, and other business functions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting expertise with excellent interpersonal skills.ResponsibilitiesSupport the preparation of the Consolidated Group Annual Financial Statements in compliance with FRS102, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with Group policies.Oversee subsidiary statutory accounts, ensuring consistent accounting policies across the group.Drive the implementation of new standards across the group.Assist in the management of the group audit relationships and coordination of the audits across all subsidiaries to agreed timelines.Management Reporting & Consolidation/Internal ControlsOwn the Group month-end process, ensuring timely and accurate management reporting.Develop and maintain consolidation and intercompany processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with Group policies.Support a robust control environment, identifying and implementing improvements across financial processes.Partner with Tax, local Finance teams and wider business in implementing Group policies and procedures across the business to manage risk and financial controls.IT & Project ManagementPartner with IT and system stakeholders to enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and automation initiatives.Act as finance lead in system upgrades and digital transformation projects.Drive data integrity and ensure consistency across reporting and operational systems.PeopleCommunicate complex financial issues effectively to non-financial stakeholders.Build strong working relationships across Finance teams and business units.The Ideal CandidateQualified accountant with 2+ PQE, Big 4 background preferred.Strong technical accounting background with FRS background.Audit management and statutory reporting experience.System knowledge SAP or similar ERP systems desirable.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.An attractive competitive salary and bonus packageA benefits package inclusive of:33 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of public holidays)Defined Contribution Pension SchemeLife Assurance CoverEmployee Assistance ProgrammeIn-store discountCompany Maternity and Paternity PaymentsSpecial Life-Event GiftsLength of Service AwardsBike to Work SchemeSmyths Toys is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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