Group Consolidation Accountant

ROLE PURPOSE To act within the Group Financial Reporting and Control team, supporting and owning a variety of month-end Group consolidation activities, assisting with the preparation of annual statutory reporting and financial statements, and contributing to other ad hoc Group Finance projects. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly consolidation journals. Review of intercompany balances and eliminations. Preparation of group reporting packages. Support annual external audits. Support in preparation of technical accounting papers. Monitoring compliance with Group Accounting Policies. Review monthly reporting submissions from regional finance teams and investigate significant variances. Build effective working relationships with regional finance teams and key stakeholders across the Group. Support acquisition, restructuring and finance transformation projects. Ensure key steps in the consolidation of the group’s results are performed accurately and in line with monthly reporting timetables. Assist with preparation and analysis of the group’s statutory reporting obligations to Glory LTD (shareholder). Act as a key interface between GGS and Glory Limited group finance teams. · Assisting the Group Senior Finance Manager with various ad hoc tasks and projects. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise REQUIRED EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent), with 3-5 years' experience in group finance, consolidation and financial reporting within a multinational environment. Previous experience within a Big 4 accounting firm would be advantageous. REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES Strong understanding of IFRS and experience preparing consolidated financial statements within a multinational group environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills. Experience using ERP and group consolidation systems such as Tagetik would be advantageous. Extensive hands-on experience in group finance r Ability to interact with senior management (finance and non-finance) Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Team player, relationship building approach; High attention to detail and the ability to work accurately; Ability to work under pressure and deliver results; Experience of working in a multinational company would be highly beneficial.