Group Accountant

 

Job Role: Group Accountant

Location: Hybrid/London

Salary: £27,000.00 to £35,000.00 (DoE) plus benefits

 

Why do we want you?

You already have some accountancy experience and are looking for an excellent opportunity to train to become a fully qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA) through an Apprenticeship whilst gaining experience within a high profile FTSE listed group finance function. Here you will be able to gain strong IFRS accounting experience, FP&A, along with gaining an insight into a tax and treasury function.

 

About us

We’re Wilmington plc, a group of businesses united by governance, risk and compliance. Acting as a trusted partner, we help our customers to do the right business in the right way as they navigate the Regulatory Compliance landscape. If you’re looking for innovation, opportunity, and community, you’ll find them all and more here.

As an Group Accountant, you will be assisting the Senior Group Finance Manager with a number of financial tasks, some of which we have listed below;

• Assist with the preparation of monthly consolidated financial reports for the Board
• Assist the Group Finance team with the production of the Annual and Interim reports and IFRS accounts
• Develop strong technical accounting knowledge to assist the Group Finance team in complex areas such as Share based payments and Acquisition and Disposal Accounting
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts for UK and overseas entities
• Assist with information requests relating to UK and overseas tax returns
• Assist in the preparation of budget and forecast financial schedules and reports
• Build strong relationships within the wider finance team and across Wilmington
• Review of monthly accounts for the plc costs entity
• Developing an understanding of Business Central accounting software and supporting continuous improvement in reporting financial information
• Contributing to ad-hoc projects and responding to ad-hoc requests

We always support colleagues to develop their skills but to be successful in this job you really do need to already be able to tick most of these boxes...

 

We know it’s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role’s location by the start of their employment.

 

Required experience for this role includes:

• A strong exam track record to date, demonstrating progression towards ACCA- Applied Skill level (or above) or ACA- professional level (or above)
• Excellent numeracy and communication skills
• Strong Excel and Word skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise and adhere to timetables
• A commitment to becoming an ACCA/ACA qualified accountant
• Strong attention to detail

Desirable requirements for this role include:

• Previous experience in a similar role or industry
• A high level of personal drive and motivation
• A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to use initiative
• A positive outlook and ‘can-do’ attitude   
• Is passionate about their progression within the world of Finance
• Loves to learn both knowledge and skills, responds well to coaching and is keen to progress
• Is a creative question-asker and a solution-finder
• Is able to work in a fast paced, fun and progressive environment
• Enjoys a challenge – we work hard, and it can be a steep learning curve 

You are naturally creative and innovative and have the ability to empathise with others to understand their needs and motivations. You are a strong communicator both verbally and in writing and have an amazing attention to detail. You are planning focused and are comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Find what you’re looking for

We are ambitious and inclusive, filled with integrity and curiosity.  We are Wilmington PLC. Are you? Join us and achieve more within your career with mutual respect, support and fair rewards.

 

What we’ll give you

When you join us, you’ll be able to utilise hybrid working, and receive benefits that include a performance-related bonus, pension, life assurance, additional holiday purchase, subsidised gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, discount vouchers and access to wellbeing resources.

 

Bring what makes you unique

We value diversity and embrace the unique experiences, knowledge, and perspectives that drive innovation and creativity throughout Wilmington PLC. Our goal is to build a positive culture that showcases individuality and supports everyone, including those with disabilities. We shortlist all applicants who meet our essential role criteria, in addition we guarantee an interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential role criteria.  If you would like to be considered for this scheme, you require an alternative method of applying, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact us:  opportunities@wilmingtonplc.com

 

We are a group united by governance, risk and compliance that helps customers do the right business in the right way. With an impressive brand portfolio, a variety of impactful work and a culture that exists to see you succeed. If you are seeking an environment that values innovation, opportunity and community, then there’s a career for you here at Wilmington plc. Apply now.

 

 

The Legal Bit!

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

*Please note that this role may remain advertised until an offer of employment has been made.

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