Group Technical Accountant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Finance & Accounting
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SKILLS

IFRS Statutory reporting Audit Financial reporting Payroll accounting Leases (IFRS 16) Share-based payments (EBT) ERP systems

FULL DESCRIPTION

Group Technical Accountant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is hiring a Group Technical Accountant into a newly created role at a high-growth, fast-evolving business.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group

Founded in 2012, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is redefining entertainment and news for a social generation. Our global community engages with our content–spanning editorial, video, documentary and live – we reach 1 billion people each and every month.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting and eventually owning elements of external financial reporting, including statutory accounts and disclosures
  • Preparing clear, well-reasoned accounting papers and technical positions
  • Acting as a key contact for auditors, helping manage queries and streamline the audit process
  • Playing a central role in month-end close, including technically complex areas
  • Supporting internal reporting, including Board and senior leadership packs
  • Contributing to financial modelling and analysis where required
  • Taking ownership of specific areas such as payroll accounting, leases, share-based payments (EBT), and other technical topics
  • Supporting ongoing ERP transformation and process improvement projects
  • Helping to drive efficiencies and automation across reporting
  • No two weeks will look the same—this is a role for someone who enjoys variety and getting stuck in.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Background in audit or financial reporting
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting
  • Experience preparing or reviewing accounts or audit deliverables
  • Confident communicator, able to explain accounting positions clearly

Ideal:

  • First or second move from a Top 10 audit firm (e.g. Big 4)
  • Exposure to internal reporting or month-end processes
  • Experience working in a large or fast-paced organisation

Working at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group we've rolled out blended working which means the majority of departments across the business (including London, Manchester and International offices) work in the office 3 days per week. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Department: Finance | Locations: Manchester | Remote status: Hybrid | Employment type: Full-time

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