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Description We are looking for a Group Accountant to join our Group Finance team. You will be responsible for managing the overall month end close process, this includes ensuring all month end tasks are completed by the wider team, accounting is aligned to FRS 102 standards and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations. You will also be responsible for analysis and reconciliations between the monthly and weekly reporting outputs of the group and understanding and presenting this analysis to the wider business and SLT. This role provides a great opportunity to build relationships with senior stakeholders across the business and drive process improvement. Key Responsibilities We are looking for someone to: Ensure the month end close tasks are completed within the agreed reporting deadline Ensure accounting entries are in line with latest FRS 102 accounting standards, and implementing new processes where gaps are identified Be a point of contact for audit requests and queries Produce variance analysis between the weekly reporting outputs and monthly management accounts, and working with the commercial finance team to reduce variances identified, Identify and manage risks and opportunities in reported results Prepare and own the Finance Risk Register, working with other finance departments to identify risks and mitigating controls. Own the month end balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all are completed within agreed deadlines and review of certain reconciliations. Support ad hoc projects as designated. Proactively identify improvements (through root cause analysis), making recommendations and successfully implementing new ways of working gaining the full support of stakeholders and colleagues alike. Experience and Qualifications Qualified (ACA / CIMA / ACCA or equivalent) Preferred background in audit or experience working in a large business with robust controls and adherence to reporting deadlines Previous experience managing or coaching team members desirable Intermediate / advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Word Excellent understanding and working knowledge of accounting and reporting systems, applicable legislation and the statutory and regulatory framework Problem-solving and analytical skills A continuous improvement mentality with the ability to challenge existing processes Strong knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and other developments within global accounting practices and the ability to apply within the company Salary and Benefits We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. About Network Plus Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15
Job Info:
- Company: Network Plus
- Position: Group Accountant
- Work Location: Greater Manchester
- Country: GB
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