Group Financial Accountant

1 year ago

About the Job

Client Details

Michael Page Finance is delighted to be partnering with a respected and long-established organisation operating within the health and social care sector, with a strong charitable foundation and a deep-rooted commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. With a presence across multiple regions in the UK, they provide a range of services including residential, nursing, and specialist care, tailored to meet the needs of older people and vulnerable communities.

This is an opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation making a tangible difference in people’s lives, within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Description

This position plays a key role in producing the Group’s annual financial statements, overseeing statutory disclosures, and managing the end-to-end group consolidation process.

It is responsible for coordinating and driving the external audit of the Group’s accounts, maintaining a forward-thinking mindset to anticipate auditor needs and ensuring thorough preparation so that sign-off is achieved without delay.

The role also takes ownership of all accounting aspects related to acquisitions – including purchase accounting, fair value assessments, and integrating newly acquired entities into the Group’s statutory reporting.

In addition, this position acts as a subject matter expert on technical accounting matters, supporting the wider Finance team and leading the implementation of new financial reporting standards as they arise.

Profile

Educated to Degree Level
Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
Idealling a first-time mover from a practice background or someone trained in industry with strong technical skills

Job Offer

£52k-£57k dependent on experience

Hybrid working – two days in the office

Extensive benefits package

Career progression / development opportunities