Job Description

This high growth organisation in Southport are looking for a technically strong Group Financial Accountant to join the organisation in a newly created role due to growth.

Reporting into an impressive Financial Controller, your core duties will include;

• Prepare certain aspects of the Group's quarterly, interim and annual accounts and regulatory returns in line with external legal/regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
• Build strong relationships with finance team & external accountants to support relevant knowledge, information sharing, consistent good practice and joint commitment to the resolution of accounting and regulatory issues.
• Analyse and interpret financial & business data ensuring accuracy, commerciality and fitness for purpose of the reported numbers.
• Proactively seek opportunities for process improvements to raise standards and improve operational effectiveness.
• Conduct complex, in depth financial analysis and reporting to meet external requirements.
• Contribute to the maintenance of good relations with the external Auditors through the compilation, analysis and presentation of financial information and documentation as required

This is an ideal role for any Audit trained Accountant looking for their first industry based move, joining a well-established & high performing business in a Group Financial Accountant capacity.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ideally suited for a technically strong Financial Accountant with experience within the Financial Services sector Technical knowledge & understanding of financial and regulatory reporting standards. Fully qualified accountant (ideally from an audit background) Proven ability to manage complex financial reporting procedures and consistently achieve accurate, on time delivery within a regulated business.