Group Financial Accountant: Consolidation & Controls

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

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.