Group Reporting Accountant - TEMP

6 Months Temporary Contract

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Group Reporting Accountant to join our dedicated and talented finance team. This is a role that requires a "roll up sleeves" approach and someone who can make a meaningful impact.

You will be primarily responsible for the preparation of our consolidated monthly financial results, ensuring that our Board receive accurate, insightful and timely information to support their decision making.

What you will be doing as a Group Reporting Accountant

• Preparation of the monthly consolidated cash flow, balance sheet and income statement.
• Reviewing and challenging inputs from finance teams for results, forecasts & budgets.
• Posting certain adjustments through journals on behalf of the Group.
• Performing month-end controls, including balance sheet (payroll & intercompany) and system reconciliations.
• Management accounting responsibility for central cost centres (including certain transformation activities).
• Providing guidance and training to Finance on reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes and systems.
• Reviewing and challenging the monthly Board report.
• Support the external reporting team with the delivery of our year-end accounts & audit.
• Supporting projects within Group Finance across transformation, technical accounting, systems and fixed assets.

What should you bring to the role?

To effectively perform this role, the successful candidate must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background with experience in external financial reporting.
In addition, strong communication and relationship management skills will be essential, as maintaining and building robust relationships with a variety of key stakeholders is vital within this position. Additionally, you will have strong experience working in a team towards a common objective within tight deadlines.

Experience in using company IT systems, including SAP and HFM, would be desirable.

What's in it for you?

• Daily Pay rate: £500- £550
• Expenses: Included
• IR35 determination: Inside IR35
• Location: Hybrid, Reading (2 days a week)
• Length of assignment: 26 weeks

Please note you will be on assignment at Thames Water via Pertemps

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.