Group Financial Accountant

Euroforest Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in the land-based industry is seeking a full-time Group Financial Accountant in Carlisle to oversee key financial processes and contribute to the success of the business. Responsibilities include preparing consolidated financial reports and collaborating with external auditors. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical accounting skills and a relevant qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). The role offers continuous professional development and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave increases with length of service

Continuous Professional Development

Cycle to work Scheme

Long service awards

Employee Discounts

Life Assurance

24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• You must be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or have equivalent experience.
• Experience in preparing consolidated financial reports is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate consolidated financial information.
• Produce weekly flash reports for stakeholders.
• Review all Group company balance sheets and reconciliations.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial accounting processes.
• Collate and review Group budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience

Strong technical accounting and consolidation skills

Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail

Confident communicator across both financial and non‑financial teams

Strong organisational skills

Proficient in IT systems

Experience improving processes and strengthening financial controls

Commercially aware with good business insight

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience

Tools

Office 365 suite

Excel

Job description

As an industry leader, Euroforest is dedicated to providing the highest level of service for our clients across land-based industry in the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, sustainability and long‑term partnerships.

The Position

We are looking for a full‑time Group Financial Accountant based in Carlisle. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key financial processes, support strategic initiatives, and contribute to the ongoing success of a leading land‑based business. It is ideal for someone looking to develop their expertise, broaden their experience in a multi‑entity Group, and play a meaningful role in driving business performance.

Key Responsibilities

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the accuracy of financial information across the Group, delivering high‑quality consolidated reporting and maintaining robust financial processes and controls. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing timely and accurate consolidated Group financial information
• Producing weekly flash reports for shareholders
• Reviewing all Group company balance sheets and reconciliations
• Identifying and implementing improvements to financial accounting processes
• Reviewing cash flow forecasts across Group companies
• Documenting financial processes and procedures
• Collating and reviewing Group budgets and forecasts
• Acting as a key point of contact for external auditors
• Supporting ad hoc projects as required

Full training and support will be provided to familiarise the successful candidate with our systems and procedures.

Skills, Qualification & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Strong technical accounting and consolidation skills
• Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail
• Confident communicator across both financial and non‑financial teams
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficient in IT systems, including strong experience with the Office 365 suite
• Proficient in financial systems and Excel
• Experience improving processes and strengthening financial controls
• Comfortable working with auditors and supporting year‑end processes
• Commercially aware with good business insight
• Full UK driving licence
• Annual leave increases with length of service
• Continuous Professional Development
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Long service awards
• Employee Discounts
• Life Assurance
• 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme

To apply send your CV and Cover Letter to [e-mail] quoting reference EFGFA/251119

Closing date for applications is: 15th December 2025.

Start date will be as soon as possible after interviews (notice periods allowing).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Euroforest is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.