The Financial Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality financial accounting and reporting across the Group. The role contributes to statutory reporting, consolidation processes, acquisition accounting, and ongoing improvements to financial controls, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a high performing Finance function. IFRS Accounting & Technical Support • Support the Group Financial Accountant with the application of IFRS across the Group. • Assist in preparing IFRS aligned workings and supporting documentation for audit and statutory reporting. Group Reporting • Assist in preparing the monthly holding company trial balances. • Support the preparation of statutory financial statements for legal entities across the Group. • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance in all areas of statutory and management reporting. Group Reporting & Consolidation • Assist in preparing the monthly consolidated balance sheet and cash flow statements. • Develop an understanding of consolidation principles and system processes to ensure high quality Group reporting. • Contribute to timely and accurate month end, quarter end, and yearend close activities. Ad Hoc and Cross Functional Support • Provide analysis and technical support to the Director of Group Finance and the wider Finance team. • Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at strengthening reporting quality, system efficiency, and process robustness. • 3-5 years of relevant industry experience · • Previously worked in Group reporting & Technical accounting • Part qualified Chartered Accountant (CA). • Ability to interpret and manage financial information across multiple companies and business units. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are necessary. • High level of IT literacy, including strong Excel skills (including Power Query); experience with Planful is an advantage. • Knowledge of financial accounting, process, and systems. • Good working knowledge and experience of ERP’s • Proactive, curious, and committed to improving processes and delivering high quality output. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast moving, dynamic environment. • Demonstrates personal pride, professionalism, and accountability • Ability to meet established deadlines while maintaining high accuracy and quality Strong numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail • Excellent written and verbal English language communication skills, ability to articulate complex information. • Experience with Planful is an advantage.