Group Accountant

Three Bridges Recruitment is working with a well-established and highly respected organisation to recruit a Group Accountant based in Glasgow. The business operates across multiple entities and jurisdictions, with a strong reputation for operational excellence and a forward-thinking approach to finance.

This is a key role within the finance function, with a particular emphasis on group consolidation and multi-entity reporting. You will play a central role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery of consolidated financial information, supporting both statutory and management reporting, and enabling strategic decision-making at group level.

Why Work Here?

Salary of £55k - £65k

Strong progression opportunities within a growing group structure

Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making

Supportive and collaborative finance team

Involvement in transformation and continuous improvement projects

Opportunity to work within a dynamic, international environment

Job

As Group Accountant, you will be responsible for

Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in line with UK GAAP

Taking ownership of the group consolidation process across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and consistency

Managing quarterly consolidated reporting to the group’s parent company

Leading intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, and foreign currency adjustments

Ensuring robust and efficient consolidation processes are in place and continuously improved

Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts for the group and its subsidiaries

Liaising with external auditors to support the year-end audit process

Ensuring compliance with UK financial regulations and reporting standards

Producing financial analysis, variance commentary, and group KPIs for senior leadership

Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, including consolidation of group-wide budgets

Identifying risks and opportunities to improve financial performance

Reviewing subsidiary submissions to ensure accuracy and completeness

Maintaining and enhancing internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures across the group

Ensuring consistency of accounting treatment across multiple entities

Supporting finance transformation initiatives and process improvements

Contributing to ERP and reporting system enhancements and automation

Supporting strategic projects such as restructuring and acquisitions

You

To be successful in this role, you will have

Full or part professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CA or ACA), or be nearing completion

Strong and demonstrable experience in group consolidation and multi-entity reporting (essential)

Experience gained within practice or a similar industry role

Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP

Experience working in a multi-currency and/or international environment

Experience using ERP systems such as Agresso or Sage

Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Experience working in a fast-paced commercial environment

At Three Bridges Recruitment, we pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality, personalised service aligned to our core values of striving for brilliance and relatability. We are committed to ensuring every opportunity is the right fit for both candidate and client.

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply with your most up-to-date CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.