Full job descriptionSalary: circa £80,000+ plus benefits
Location: Chelmsford
Job Type: Full-time
About the Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Group Consolidation Manager to take ownership of group reporting, consolidation and financial governance within a complex international business. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to step into a highly visible leadership role, working closely with senior finance stakeholders across multiple regions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of consolidated financial reporting, driving process improvements, supporting strategic decision-making, and helping to develop a high-performing finance team.
This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership, the opportunity to influence best practice across a multinational environment, and genuine scope for career progression.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead group consolidation activities across multiple legal entities, business units and international locations.
*Manage monthly, quarterly and annual close and reporting cycles, ensuring deadlines are achieved and consolidated accounts are accurate and robust.
*Oversee intercompany accounting processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, controls and accountability.
*Ensure balance sheet integrity through monthly reconciliations and regular reviews with local finance teams.
*Support statutory reporting, tax, audit and compliance requirements, acting as a key point of contact for group accounting matters.
*Maintain and enhance the General Ledger structure, supporting finance systems developments and integration of new business units.
*Partner with finance leaders across operational finance, shared services, treasury and tax functions to ensure effective and consistent financial processes.
*Lead, mentor and develop members of the Group Consolidation team, fostering continuous improvement and professional growth.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
*A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
*Previous experience within group accounting, shared services or a multinational finance environment.
*Strong knowledge of group consolidations, intercompany accounting, statutory reporting and US GAAP.
*Experience working with SAP and consolidation systems, although this is not essential.
*A proven track record of managing month-end close processes, external audits and operating within a controlled governance environment.
*Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
*A proactive mindset with a passion for improving processes and driving efficiencies.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*A varied and challenging role with international exposure.
*The opportunity to work closely with senior finance leaders and influence business-wide processes.
*Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
*A collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking finance environment.
*The chance to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic organisation.
Apply Now
If you’re a technically strong finance professional looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced international environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Group Consolidation Manager opportunity.