Group Financial Accountant
11 hours ago
Stockport
Forge Talent are looking for a Group Financial Accountant on an interim basis for up to 6 months with potential to extend. The Group Financial Accountant role will be looking to start asap and will be based in South Manchester. The role will work closely with the leadership team in producing the full financial reporting pack. • Provide proactive support to the leadership team in managing group-wide financial reporting, • Oversee month-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of results, • Post selected transactions where required and review financial data prepared by the wider team, • Prepare the consolidation and management information pack for shareholders, including results, KPIs, and variance analysis, • Collaborate with finance and non-finance colleagues to drive efficiency and accuracy, • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management processes, • Lead year-end consolidation and statutory accounts preparation across multiple entities, • Liaise with external auditors, addressing complex accounting matters and managing information flow, • Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, maintaining strong controls and reconciliations, • Drive improvements in systems and reporting tools, supporting a culture of continuous improvement Skills Required: