Group Accountant
Duration: Up to 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Close to Guildford, Surrey
Pro Rata Salary: £45,000 per annum + Production Bonus
Syntech Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Group Accountant to join a well-established, multi-entity manufacturing business on a 3–6 month fixed term contract. This is a hands‑on role within a complex manufacturing environment, requiring strong stock, WIP and cost accounting expertise, alongside multi-entity consolidation experience. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute immediately and support improved financial control, reporting accuracy and commercial insight across the Group.
Month-End & Financial Reporting
- Support and deliver accurate month‑end close processes
- Prepare monthly management accounts for assigned entities
- Maintain accurate stock, WIP and cost accounting
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Group Consolidation & Analysis
- Consolidate financial results across multiple legal entities
- Deliver variance analysis against budget and forecast
- Provide clear commentary on financial performance, trends and risks
- Identify cost control opportunities and operational efficiencies
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with UK GAAP (FRS 102)
- Maintain accurate intercompany accounting
- Strengthen financial controls and process consistency
Group Accountant Requirements
- Qualified or Qualified by Experience Accountant
- Strong background in manufacturing finance
- Extensive experience with stock, WIP and cost accounting
- Proven multi‑entity consolidation experience
- Advanced Excel skills
- ERP system experience
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
- Confident communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders
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