Interim Group Reporting Accountant - Bristol

A large, international PLC-listed group is seeking an experienced Interim Group Reporting Accountant to support the finance team through the upcoming reporting cycle.

This is a high-visibility role working closely with the Group Financial Controller and senior finance leadership, helping deliver accurate and compliant external reporting during a key period for the business.

The assignment is expected to run for c.6 months and would suit a technically strong qualified accountant with recent PLC reporting experience.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the preparation of the Group Annual Report & Accounts
• Assisting with the year-end and interim reporting processes
• Preparation and review of IFRS compliant financial statements and disclosures
• Coordinating inputs from international finance teams to support consolidated reporting
• Drafting technical accounting papers and disclosure notes
• Liaising with external auditors through the reporting cycle
• Supporting the Group Financial Controller with technical accounting matters and ad-hoc projects

About You

We are looking to speak with individuals who can demonstrate:

• ACA / ACCA qualified accountant (Big 4 / Top 10 background typically preferred)
• Proven PLC reporting experience
• Direct experience preparing or contributing to Annual Report & Accounts
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and group consolidation processes
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced reporting environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across finance and senior leadership teams