Finance systems Accountant

Finance Systems Accountant 9-Month FTC London Hybrid £50,000 - £60,000 FTSE 100 FMCG

A leading global FMCG group is looking for a Group Finance Systems Accountant to join its systems team on a 9-month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Head of Finance Systems, you will manage the process of consolidating subsidiary data into the group's financial results from a systems standpoint.

It comes at a pivotal time, due to business change and IFRS 18 implementation both feeding into the group's reporting systems.

The Role

• Prepare the consolidation system for both period-end reporting and budget/forecast cycles
• Ensure the completeness and validity of reporting entity submissions into the system
• Support the development and testing of complex reporting spreadsheets used to capture entity data for upload into IBM Cognos Controller
• Assist with the planning, testing and implementation of technical upgrades to reporting and consolidation systems
• Work with the Group Finance Systems team to identify and implement system and process improvements
• Support the maintenance of the systems chart of accounts and company structures

About You

• Previous experience with consolidation software
• Sound knowledge of IFRS, consolidation and financial reporting
• A proactive approach to improving processes and adding value
• Qualified accountant and member of a professional accounting body (desirable)
• Experience performing consolidations for a complex business, including multi-currency
• Month-end close and wider reporting process experience

Benefits

• Pension scheme up to 10%
• Life assurance
• 25 days holiday annually (pro rata)