Group Financial Accountant
We are currently looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join The Sovini Group.
Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination.
If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group.
This is a Permanent Position.
As a Group Financial Accountant, you will be expected to:
Manage and co-ordinate the Groups consolidated and entity level financial reporting requirements and processes, including preparation of annual budgets, reconciliations, closedown and statutory accounts and submission of financial statistical returns for the Group.
Manage and oversee production of accurate and timely consolidated and entity management accounts for the Group and corresponding board reporting.
Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
Lead and review the CBS capital and development accounting programme, including managing the capitalisation of the new ERP system and future capital projects
Manage and oversee the update, maintenance, accuracy, and integrity of the Groups financial management system, including system development, report writing and database administration functions.
Assist with the system implementation of the new ERP system and support with redesign of existing processes and introduction of robust system controls
Contribute to the development of corporate and operational plans to maximise the achievement of the Groups objectives, including production of the Groups Annual Efficiency Statements.
Assist the Group Head of Financial Management to produce, implement and monitor financial plans and policies.
Contribute and assist with the Groups continuous improvement agenda, including management and provision of financial assistance for service reviews, and the benchmarking of the Groups activities
Preparation of the annual statutory accounts for all group entities with a sound financial understanding of but not limited to Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies (CBS) Act 2014 (and related group accounts regulations), FRS 102 the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) for Registered Social Housing Providers 2018, the Accounting Direction for Private Registered Providers of Social Housing 2022 and the Charities SORP.
Support the co-ordination of the Groups External Audit, ensuring that the Group complies with its regulatory and statutory financial reporting requirements, including liaison with all internal and external stakeholders.
Liaise as appropriate with funders, regulatory body, Internal and External Auditors and other third party or voluntary partners of the Group including attendance at Board/EMT meetings as appropriate.
Manage the day-to-day operation and delivery of comprehensive Financial Management Services which are within the direct responsibility of the post holder.
Provide cover and support as and when necessary to ensure the smooth delivery of wider Finance Team services, to minimise the disruption of core services during busy periods.
Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.
To be successful in a Group Financial Accountant role, the skills you will need:
CCAB Qualified Accountant
Experience and knowledge of statutory/technical accounting rules/ regulations.
Experience in the production of statutory financial statements.
Sound understanding of the year-end financial closedown procedures.
Extensive financial experience at a senior level within an external audit function, RSL or large complex organisation.
Practical knowledge of consolidated budget preparation and review.
Knowledge and experience of capital and development accounting.
Demonstrable ability of producing, reviewing, co-ordinating and consolidating entity and group accounts (management and statutory) within a large multiple entity group organisation.
Experience of financial management systems, including SUN and Microsoft Dynamics
Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email.
To demonstrate The Sovini Groups values in your day-to-day job role Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise.
Plan and prioritise effectively in order to achieve targets and meet deadlines.
Communicate effectively, with strong verbal and written communication skills
Analyse and appraise information, summarising key points and making recommendations on action to the EMT.
Skilled at motivating and leading teams committed to the vision and values of the Association.
Ability to work in an agile working environment.
Team player with the ability to work off own initiative.
Experience or Knowledge of the below would be advantageous but not essential:
Understanding of system implementation process and monitoring of a new ERP/FMS.
Working effectively with Boards and Committees.
Knowledge and experience of producing and reviewing reconciliations.
Exposure to Business Planning and Risk Management.
Flexible and adaptive to change, influencing cultural and organisational change and challenging norms.
So, if you are looking for a Group Financial Accountant role with:
Competitive salary £47,250.00 dependent on experience
Hours 36 per week (Monday-Friday Pattern).
Agile working
28 days holiday increasing with service.
Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
Group personal pension scheme.
Life Assurance.
Career development opportunities.
Corporate discount scheme.
Staff well-being and feel-good programme.
Apply online via our website today!
Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted.
Closing date 13th October 2024
Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing, if a high volume of suitable applicants have applied, the advert may close early. Please do not hesitate to submit your application.
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