Group Financial Accountant

Private Equity Backed | International Group | Newport HQ

Location: Newport - Hybrid (3 days office)

Exclusive Retained Search

Starting ASAP

Robert Half has been retained to exclusively partner with a private equity backed insurance broker to appoint a Group Financial Accountant.

Acquis specialises in insurance administration services for the finance and leasing industry. With European headquarters in Amsterdam, UK headquarters in Newport, and US operations in Philadelphia, they operate in a total of 17 countries.

Joining Acquis means becoming part of a dynamic, collaborative, and forward thinking organisation that values continuous improvement. This is an exciting time to be part of Acquis as they continue to pursue their ambitious growth strategy, following their acquisition into the U.S. market.

Why This Role Stands Out?

• True international exposure - UK, Europe & US
• Exposure to PE environment, systems, governance & growth projects
• Strong development path - this is a role you can genuinely grow with
• Collaborative, down-to-earth culture with leaders who invest in people

Key Responsibilities:

An excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to step into a broad Group role, gaining hands on exposure to multi-entity consolidation and reporting. You'll work closely with the Group Financial Controller to ensure accurate, timely information and help drive informed commercial decision making.

• Support a well-controlled month-end and year-end close, ensuring accurate reporting and strong audit trails
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts under UK GAAP / IFRS across the UK and selected European entities
• Act as the key contact for external auditors and tax advisers, coordinating audit activity and resolving queries
• Play a central role in delivering a smooth and efficient annual audit process
• Support with corporation tax computations and liaise with external advisors
• Oversee the submission of VAT and ICP returns
• Review and maintain control over key balance sheet areas, including accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and intercompany balances
• Help strengthen and improve financial controls, processes and documentation
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis, projects and evolving reporting requirements
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with budget holders
• Identify risks and opportunities within forecasts and provide clear, actionable insights
• Assist with other regulatory and compliance reporting as required

Skills & Requirements:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA,ACA) with 2-3 years post qualification experience
• Strong audit background
• Solid understanding of UK accounting principles
• Working knowledge of UK corporation tax and VAT
• Strong attention to detail and a robust approach to controls
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with external and internal stakeholders

What's on Offer?

• 35 hour working week
• Hybrid working (3 days in office)
• Modern, newly renovated offices with outdoor spaces
• Easily accessible by car from Newport (10mins), Cardiff (20mins) & Bristol (40mins) with ample onsite parking
• Additional employee benefits

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