Interim Group Consolidation Accountant - Gloucestershire

Interim Group Consolidation Accountant

3-6 Month Contract | Cheltenham (Hybrid) | Immediate Start

We're supporting an international group based near Cheltenham in the appointment of an experienced Interim Group Consolidation Accountant. Offered on an initial 3-6 month contract, this opportunity is available on a competitive day rate (Outside IR35) and is ideally suited to someone who can make an immediate impact.

This is a hands-on role at the heart of group reporting, offering exposure to senior finance leadership and responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of monthly consolidations across a complex international business.

You'll work closely with operating businesses around the world, helping to deliver high-quality financial reporting while also supporting improvements in reporting processes and systems.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Group Consolidation & Reporting, you'll play a key role in delivering the monthly group reporting cycle, including:

• Managing and reviewing monthly financial submissions from international entities
• Producing consolidated Group P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow reporting
• Investigating and resolving consolidation issues and reporting anomalies
• Working closely with finance teams across multiple countries to ensure reporting accuracy
• Supporting the ongoing development and optimisation of the Group consolidation system (TM1)
• Identifying opportunities to improve reporting efficiency through automation and enhanced controls
• Supporting reporting timetables, forecasts and planning submissions
• Providing guidance and training to finance users across the business where required
• Working with Internal Controls and Group Finance to strengthen reporting governance

About You

We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running and bring previous experience of working within a large international group finance environment.

You'll ideally have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Strong experience of group consolidations and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience of consolidation systems such as TM1, Cognos or similar
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong stakeholder management with the confidence to work across international finance teams
• A proactive approach with the ability to improve processes rather than simply maintain them

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded international business during a busy reporting period, working alongside an experienced Group Finance team on a broad range of consolidation, reporting and systems activities.