Group Accountant

James Fisher and Sons plc; Knutsford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services company based in Knutsford seeks a Group Accountant to join its finance team. The candidate will assist with financial accounting and reporting processes, including producing consolidated accounts and supporting audits. Required qualifications include a professional accounting qualification and skills in analytical thinking and communication. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits tailored to the division

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in accounting required.
• Proven track record of improving and streamlining processes.
• Previous experience in group accounting team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing monthly Group consolidated accounts.
• Review and challenge management accounts and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Support internal and external audits and KPI reporting.

Skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Strong technical accounting background

Effective organisational ability

Analytical skills

Confident communication

Ability to constructively challenge

Education

Professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)

Tools

Cognos

Job description

About the Role

Group Accountant Full-time, Permanent Knutsford with hybrid working

The Role

We are looking for a Group Accountant to join the Group Finance Team and play a crucial role in the financial accounting and reporting processes. You will be assisting with the production of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as well as budget forecasting. The role will also be involved in ad‑hoc Group Finance projects.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist in producing monthly Group consolidated accounts and annual reports.
• Review and challenge management accounts; reconcile and review balance sheet accounts.
• Support internal and external audits and KPI reporting with insightful analysis.
• Contribute to consolidation and production of budgets and forecasts.
• Provide technical guidance and system support (Cognos) to Group Companies, including upgrades and improvements.
• Drive process efficiencies for faster month‑end close and remediate internal control gaps.
• Assist with updates to accounting policies and procedures and other ad‑hoc duties as required.
  

What we’re looking for

• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Proven track record of improving and streamlining processes and policies.
• Previous experience within a group accounting team ispreferable, but not a must.
• Cognos experiencepreferable.
• Strong technical accounting background (IFRS).
• Be highly numerate and analytical.
• Confident and effective communicator with the ability to build rapport and work with people at all levels.
• Effective organisational ability and time management skills are crucial, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to constructively challenge and analyse results

Why join us?

• Competitive benefits tailored to the division
• Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions
• Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability

About Us

James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting‑edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets. Our One James Fisher strategy unites our capabilities under a single vision, building a stronger, more cohesive business within the Blue Economy.

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Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.