# Head of Group Accounting

**Company:** [Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/f7FbqRo886akCViENFzP2t.md)
**Location:** Birmingham, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Central Services

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## Description

The Head of Group Accounting plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting across ITG’s global operations. This role is responsible for consolidating group financial results, managing statutory reporting requirements, and supporting senior leadership with insightful financial analysis.

The Head of Group Accounting is a key contributor to the continuous improvement of reporting processes and systems, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

**Group Consolidation & Reporting** 

-   Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
-   Prepare and deliver timely and accurate consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
-   Own the group reporting timetable and ensure all deadlines are met.

**Statutory & Regulatory Compliance**

-   Manage the preparation of statutory accounts for all legal entities within the group.
-   Liaise with external auditors to ensure smooth and timely audit processes.
-   Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

**Financial Analysis & Insight**

-   Provide high-quality financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
-   Partner with FP&A and business units to understand performance drivers and variances.
-   Support the CFO and senior leadership with board reporting and investor presentations.

**Process Improvement & Systems**

-   Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, controls, and systems.
-   Support the implementation and optimisation of financial consolidation tools (e.g., OneStream, HFM).
-   Develop and maintain robust documentation for reporting procedures and controls.

**Stakeholder Engagement**

-   Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on group reporting matters.
-   Collaborate with finance teams across the business to ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting.
-   Provide training and guidance to finance teams on reporting standards and best practices.

## Requirements

-   Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong post-qualification experience
-   Proven experience in group consolidation and financial reporting within a multi-entity environment
-   Strong knowledge of IFRS (and ideally FRS102) and statutory reporting requirements
-   Experience managing external audits and working with auditors
-   Strong technical accounting capability and ability to interpret complex standards
-   Experience producing consolidated financial statements and supporting senior stakeholder reporting
-   Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide clear, actionable insight
-   Experience with finance systems and consolidation tools
-   Track record of improving processes, controls and reporting frameworks
-   Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to work across global teams
-   Experience managing or supporting team members
-   Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines

## Benefits

**Work’s a treat!  
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**Perks at ITG** — alongside a competitive salary, here's what you can look forward to:

-   **Time off that works for you** — 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, a paid Wellbeing Day, flexible bank holidays to honour cultural or religious observances, and the option to buy or carry over up to 5 extra days.
-   **Flexibility & lifestyle** — Smart Working with up to 40% from home, and after 12 months, the option to work from abroad for up to 90 days a year.
-   **Family & life milestones** — Enhanced family friendly leave, 3 extra days for your wedding/honeymoon, and an Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need support.
-   **Financial perks** — Pension scheme, Corporate Medical Cash Plan, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, and tax-efficient payroll giving to your favourite charities.
-   **Growth & recognition** — Funding for professional qualifications, monthly Employee of the Month awards (£250 bonus), and referral bonuses of up to £1,500.
-   **Community & wellbeing** — Regular Wellbeing Workshops, 30+ Wellbeing Champions, a paid Volunteer Day, and an online perks platform with discounts on top brands, days out, and gym memberships.

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We are not only committed to increasing the visibility and recognition of talent from under-represented groups within our organisation, but the wider industry too.

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