Average Group Manager salary in the UK

Based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, our growing UK wide client seeks a qualified accountant to join them as a Group Finance Manager, on a permanent basis with very flexible hybrid arrangements. This job would suit a qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant to be responsible for delivering accurate management and financial reporting, overseeing VAT compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function. The role is a stand-alone role with the Group Finance Director continuing to manage the team of 10 but with the aim that this person will take on that responsibility in the future. This is the perfect opportunity for a strong financial accountant, finance manager or financial controller to step into a successful business with planned development of the role. This could also be a great opportunity for someone in Practice looking to make their first step into industry. This growing £35M turnover national business working with a major international client base is predicting further growth over the next few years. Since covid they have successfully driven their strategy to ensure they have flexibility around economic conditions and this is hugely helped them in a competitive market environment. They offer a collaborative and forward-thinking environment for their team and have an extremely stable finance team as a result. They are looking to implement a new finance system over the next six months and this will open up the opportunity to drive new initiatives and ideas into the department. The successful individual will be a CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified accountant with good financial accounting knowledge in critical areas such as balance sheet, P&L, statutory accounts etc. It is expected that the individual will have strong Excel skills and good competencies in attention to detail, working to deadlines, accuracy and working with others including senior stakeholders. Job responsibilities: Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals and balance sheet reconciliationsReview and validate general ledger coding, and maintain the chart of accountsDeliver monthly MI packs and support department heads in quarterly cost reviewsAssist in budgeting and forecasting processes and lead on statutory audit preparationPrepare VAT returns, Intrastat and import returns, ensuring compliance and accuracyMaintain and validate accounting controls in line with regulatory requirementsSupport payroll and pension reconciliations, including P11Ds and rechargesManage intercompany transactions and internal rechargesCollaborate with the Group Finance Director on finance-related projects and auditsSupport transactional finance teams and provide ad hoc financial support as neededFocus on continuous improvement of systems, automation, and reporting processes This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on and commercially minded Accountant looking to make a difference in a well-established and forward-thinking business. For more information about this role or any other Group Finance Manager jobs in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, please don't hesitate to contact us in confidence or visit our website www.mrkassociates.co.uk Every application will receive a response as this is the recognised working practice at MRK Associates. MRK Associates - AGYHelping you build the career you deserve.

Group HSEQ Manager vacancy with a growing global manufacturer based in Sheffield. This business is looking for a proven SHEQ leader to lead their existing team, and push for continuous improvement in the department. Client Details Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing are currently recruiting a Group HSEQ Manager for an international manufacturing business whose head office is based in Sheffield. This company has grown significantly in recent years and they are looking for a proven SHEQ leader to join their senior leadership team to help them as they continue on this journey. Description This is a H&S biased SHEQ Manager position and will have responsibilities across 6 sites for all health, safety, environmental and quality matters within the group. Other day-to-day responsibilities will include: Managing a multi-site team of SHEQ professionalsEnsuring compliance with all relevant legislation and accreditationsChampioning safety as the company's highest priority and demonstrating activities to support thisControlling the document management and quality management systemsProviding reports as required to show trends and improve target levelsPromoting and supporting continuous improvements in SHEQ performance across all aspects of the business Profile Successful candidates will have a strong safety background with an understanding of HSEQ and team management. You will also possess: Proven experience in a similar SHEQ leader roleSuccessful track record in managing people, systems and processesLegal compliance knowledge, system knowledge and qualification expertiseAn innovative and customer focussed approachStrong communication skills at all levels of the business, including board levelContinuous improvement mindset and a driven personality Job Offer £70-80kCar / car allowance20% bonusCompetitive wider benefits package

Group Accountant12 Month Fixed Term Contract£70,000 - £80,000 + Great benefits packageCambridgeOur client, a leading force within their chosen sector, has a key opening within their group finance team for a technically strong finance professional with a strong consolidation skillset.The principal purpose of the role is to ensure timely production of high-quality group consolidated monthly financial and management accounts, which are regularly reviewed by the senior executive team. In addition, the successful candidate will champion the soon to be implemented new ERP system.Key responsibilities will include:- Run the main group close process and produce the monthly group consolidated managementaccounts, including reviewing, and analysing intercompany reports, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and reviewing Group cashflows.- Prepare statutory accounts for legacy group entities, including audited consolidated accounts, ensuring all statutory filing deadlines are met.- Simplify and eliminate elements of the previous holding structure, including offsetting intercompany loan balances and instruments.- Work closely with the Group Tax Manager to assess the tax implications of structural changes and maximise tax efficiencies.- Produce quarterly forecast group consolidated management accounts, annual budget andvarious strategic forecasts.- Review monthly financial submissions from operating businesses, liaising with colleagues to ensure compliance of reported results with Group policy.- Review the monthly management report to Senior executives.- Prepare monthly reporting financial packs for the Head Office.- Work with the Group Management Accountant and Group System Accountant to develop andevolve reporting input schedules and templates to maximise the accuracy of data entry- Work with and challenge CFO to continually improve quality of management accounting and reporting.- Provide deliverables for the Annual and Interim external audit.The successful candidate will be professionally qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) and have a proven track record of producing group consolidated management accounts. They will have experienced IFRS accounting and be able to give multiple examples of when they have added value across a complex private equity funded setup.In return, our client offers a working culture that is professional but social, diverse but inclusive and an environment where effort and performance are acknowledged and rewarded accordingly.Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.