Financial Accountant / Group Accountant

Reference: 4808204Job ID: 5401042Posted: 2026-06-23Closing date: 2026-09-22Location: BasingstokeSalary: 55,000 + 10% Bonus (per annum)Job type: Supply Chain & Logistics / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Sophia RedpathHays office: comYour new company We’re partnering with a high-growth organisation to appoint a Group Financial Accountant. The company offers a fast-paced environment alongside flexible, hybrid working (2-3 days on site). The organisation is continuing to scale through acquisition, making it an exciting time to join a dynamic and evolving group structure.Your new role This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role within Group Finance, supporting the delivery of timely and high-quality financial reporting across the business. You’ll be heavily involved in monthly group consolidations, multi-currency reporting and intercompany reconciliations, alongside supporting the month-end close and investor reporting.The role also offers broad exposure to statutory reporting under IFRS and UK GAAP, audit processes and ongoing enhancement of financial controls and reporting frameworks. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Group Reporting Manager and Group Financial Controller, and gain hands-on exposure to acquisition accounting and integration activities within a growing international group.What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA), ideally with a practice-trained background and recent experience in audit, looking to make your first or second move into industry. A strong technical grounding in IFRS and UK GAAP is essential, alongside exposure to group reporting or consolidated accounts.You’ll be confident working with financial data, demonstrate strong attention to detail and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. What you'll get in return This role offers excellent exposure within a growing, acquisitive business, alongside competitive benefits package including hybrid working, private medical (role dependent), pension, life assurance and ongoing professional development support. You’ll also benefit from a modern working environment, collaborative culture and the opportunity to develop your career within a high-performing Group Finance team.