Group Reporting Accountant

Job description

Group Reporting Accountant

Would you like a high profile role with international exposure working within a high calibre team? We currently have a vacancy for a Group Reporting Accountant at our site in Farnborough.

As a Group Reporting Accountant, you will be part of the department which is responsible for the financial reporting of the Group which will include both the figures into the city and annual report as well as monthly figures which are provided to the CEO and the board.

This role will provide you with a wide range of stakeholder engagement within a complex working environment.

Your main responsibilities as a Group Reporting Accountant will involve:

Supporting the preparation of the Group's half-year and full-year published consolidated statutory accounts, including liaison with the Group's external auditors

Supporting the preparation of the Group's monthly consolidated management accounts, including preparation of financial information and review of commentaries for inclusion in the monthly Chief Executive's Report

Preparing the statutory accounts for certain of the Group's UK subsidiaries under FRS 101

Researching the latest developments in IFRS and company law

Undertaking ad hoc finance-based project work, including the reporting of business acquisitions and disposals

Your skills and qualifications:

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant

Experience of consolidations and listed group reporting are essential

Excellent spreadsheet skills and up-to-date technical knowledge of IFRS and FRS 101 are pre-requisites of the role

Experience of Hyperion Financial Management would be advantageous.

Ideally be a ‘Big 4' trained, with' post-qualification experience either working in a ‘Big 4' accounting firm or a high-profile listed group reporting department

What we're looking for in you:

You will be a proactive and confident self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail and an ability to meet strict deadlines.

Location: Farnborough

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, childcare vouchers, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Head Office

BAE Systems Head Office is in Central London, with a number of support functions and functional specialists based in Farnborough, Hampshire. Head Office is home to a wide range of vital departments, from Strategy and Legal, to HR and Procurement. It is an exciting environment, where people at all levels in the business exchange ideas and develop new projects.

We pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of.

Join us and you'll be at the heart of BAE Systems corporate management. The sheer technical, commercial and cultural diversity of our worldwide business will give you enough challenge and variety to last a career. Throughout it all, we're committed to help you pursue your own ambitions and fulfil your interests within the business.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

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