Group Audit Accoutant

United Living Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Company Description

United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure, to create a more sustainable and inclusive society.

United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future:

Property Services - We revitalise homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to ensuring the highest building safety standards, we provide a range of services for public sector clients.

Infrastructure Services - Our team of infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical energy and water infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators. The work we do supports the requirement for effective solutions to address the UK's decarbonisation goals, and our processes minimise environmental and carbon impacts, whilst ensuring the safe and reliable operation of assets.

New Homes - As experienced and specialist new build housing contractors, we create homes and regenerate areas with communities in mind. We work collaboratively with registered partners, local authorities, and private developers to provide high quality, energy efficient, and sustainable homes for people to live and grow.

Connected - We connect people through fixed-line and wireless telecom infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication and access to information for all. At United Living, we have one of the largest specialist in-house teams for project management, acquisition, design, construction, and maintenance in the UK.

Job Description

Are you a detail-oriented and highly motivated financial professional? We're looking for a Group Audit Accountant to join our dynamic finance team and help drive the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting.

In this essential role, you will oversee and coordinate financial processes across various entities, ensuring that financial statements are accurate, compliant with regulations, and aligned with industry standards. You will collaborate with internal teams, external auditors, and regulatory bodies to maintain the integrity of our financial operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills in financial analysis, risk management, and compliance, all while contributing to the overall success of our organisation.

Responsibilities

1. Plan and execute comprehensive audits across multiple business units.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary documentation and information.
3. Evaluate financial reports for accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
4. Identify areas for improvement in financial processes and controls.
5. Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
6. Assist in the development and implementation of audit strategies and plans.
7. Conduct follow-up audits to assess the progress of corrective actions.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's degree or CPA is a plus.
2. Proven experience in auditing, preferably with a focus on group or consolidated audits.
3. Strong knowledge of international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and GAAP.
4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
5. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
6. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
7. Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.