Statutory Reporting Accountant

Job Purpose:  The Statutory Reporting Accountant is a key member of the Group Finance team, supporting the delivery of high‑quality statutory financial statements and disclosures across the Group. This role offers excellent exposure to UK‑listed reporting within a complex, regulated environment, alongside involvement in month‑end close, consolidation, interim reporting and the Annual Report & Accounts.  Working closely with senior finance leadership and external auditors, this role provides an excellent platform to develop technical accounting expertise and professional judgement. It is ideally suited to a newly qualified accountant looking to make their first move into industry, with strong visibility, breadth of experience and a clear pathway into Group reporting and financial control.    Key Responsibilities:  Statutory Reporting & External Financial Statements  Prepare statutory financial statements for Group entities in line with relevant accounting standards and UK regulatory requirements Ensure financial statements include accurate, complete and high‑quality disclosures with appropriate supporting documentation Coordinate the statutory reporting process, working with internal stakeholders and external auditors to meet reporting deadlines (half‑year and year‑end) Lead preparation and submission of Office for National Statistics (ONS) surveys and returns (e.g., QFS and related quarterly/annual requests), ensuring accuracy, completeness and on-time delivery.  Group Close, Consolidation & Interim Reporting  Support Group month‑end close, including review and analysis of consolidation outputs Assist in the preparation of interim financial statements Contribute to the year‑end Annual Report & Accounts, including supporting disclosures  Technical Accounting & Analysis  Support the assessment of technical accounting matters, including IFRS research and preparation of technical papers Assist in the implementation of new or revised accounting standards  Stakeholder Management & Audit Support  Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including Group Financial Controller, Divisional Finance, Tax, Company Secretariat and External Auditors Provide clear, timely responses to audit queries and review points  Controls, Governance & Continuous Improvement  Ensure strong financial control is maintained across statutory reporting processes Support continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, documentation and controls  Skills & Experience:  Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent), or newly qualified with recent experience in audit or financial reporting Strong understanding of financial reporting principles and UK statutory accounts Exposure to IFRS and consolidation concepts desirable High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality Well organised, with the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively Confident communicator, with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and external auditors