Job Title: Group Financial Accountant
Location: London (4 days in the office)
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + bonus + benefits
Company: PE-backed, highly acquisitive Group (~£300m revenue)
Recruiter: Human Capital Partners


Overview
Human Capital Partners are partnering with a dynamic, private equity–backed, circa £300m revenue business headquartered in London to appoint a high-calibre Group Financial Accountant.
This is a key role within a fast-growing, highly acquisitive group, offering broad exposure across Group Reporting, M&A, Tax and Treasury, and extensive senior stakeholder interaction.


Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Group Reporting Manager, you will be responsible for:
*Group Statutory Reporting & Consolidation
*Preparation of year-end statutory accounts for the Group and certain subsidiaries.
*Ownership of the monthly and year-end group consolidation processes.
*Ensuring compliance with FRS 102 and IFRS 16, and other relevant accounting standards.
*Preparation of technical accounting papers and supporting documentation for the audit.
*Technical Accounting & M&A Support
*Providing technical accounting advice on acquisitions to the M&A team, including accounting for business combinations, purchase price allocations and post-acquisition integration.
*Reviewing transaction structures for accounting implications and advising on optimal treatment.
*Supporting the assessment of new and existing accounting standards and their impact on the Group.
*Cross-functional Business Partnering
*Working closely with the Group Tax team on tax disclosures and group reporting requirements.
*Collaborating with Group Treasury on financing arrangements, covenant reporting and related disclosures.
*Building strong relationships with finance teams across the Group to ensure accuracy and consistency of financial information.
*Audit & Controls
*Acting as a key point of contact for the external auditors, managing deliverables and resolving queries.
*Supporting continuous improvement of financial controls, group reporting processes and systems.
*Assisting with ad hoc projects, including system enhancements and process standardisation across the Group.


Candidate Profile
Essential:
*Audit-trained background from a reputable practice.
*Fully qualified ACA or ACCA with at least 18 months PQE.
*Strong, demonstrable knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS 16.
*Hands-on experience in:
*Statutory accounts preparation.
*Group consolidations and multi-entity reporting.
*Excellent technical accounting skills and a strong attention to detail.
*Confident communicator able to work effectively with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Desirable:
*Experience in a PE-backed, acquisitive or fast-growth environment.
*Exposure to M&A, business combinations, or transaction-related reporting.
*Experience using consolidation/reporting tools and ERP systems.


What’s on Offer
*Opportunity to join a high-growth, private equity–backed business at a pivotal stage of its journey.
*Broad exposure across Group Reporting, M&A, Tax, Treasury and senior leadership.
*Clear progression opportunities within Group Finance or into commercial/transaction-focused roles.
*Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.
*Hybrid working environment based in London.