Overview
The Interim Group Consolidation Accountant will play a vital role in the financial reporting of an international group during a 3-6 month contract. Reporting to the Head of Group Consolidation & Reporting, the contractor will collaborate with global finance teams, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial consolidations while driving process improvements in reporting systems. This position offers an immediate start and exposure to senior finance leadership in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and review monthly financial submissions from international entities.
- Produce consolidated Group P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting.
- Investigate and resolve consolidation issues and reporting anomalies.
- Work closely with finance teams across multiple countries to ensure reporting accuracy.
- Support the ongoing development and optimisation of the Group consolidation system (TM1).
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency through automation and enhanced controls.
- Support reporting timetables, forecasts, and planning submissions.
- Provide guidance and training to finance users across the business as needed.
Requirements
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification.
- Strong experience in group consolidations and financial reporting.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with consolidation systems such as TM1, Cognos, or similar.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong stakeholder management skills to work across international finance teams.
- Proactive approach to improving processes rather than merely maintaining them.