Group Consolidation & Reporting Accountant

Job Details

Job Title: Group Consolidation & Reporting Accountant

Location: London (Hybrid)

Contract: Permanent

About Verian

Verian is a purpose-led company, delivering high-impact projects that shape public policy and drive social change. From education to health, crime to energy, our projects make a real difference.

With offices in 15 countries, our consultants and researchers advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector organisations to make informed decisions and improve people’s lives. 

Operating globally, Verian has offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, and the United States.

The Verian Group Finance HQ team is a central, high‑performing, and collaborative function that plays a critical role in supporting the Group’s strategic and operational objectives. Based at the heart of the organisation, the team brings together deep technical expertise, strong business partnering capability, and a shared commitment to high standards of financial governance and insight.

About the Role

We’re looking for an exceptional Consolidation & Reporting Accountant to play a key role in our Group Finance function. You’ll be the driving force behind the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful consolidated financial information.

You’ll play a critical role in supporting statutory reporting, strengthening financial controls across the Group, and champion best‑in‑class reporting standards. You’ll bring deep technical accounting expertise, sharp analytical capability, and the curiosity to challenge the status quo. If you thrive on improving processes, enhancing systems, and delivering work to the highest standard, this is an opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic and evolving finance team.

What You'll Do

Group Consolidation & Month-End

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process in accordance with IFRS/UK GAAP (or relevant standards)
• Prepare consolidated P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and accompanying schedules
• Review business unit submissions
• Maintain consolidation systems and ensure timely and high‑quality close processes

Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly management reporting packs, KPIs, and commentary for senior leadership and Board stakeholders
• Support the preparation of the Annual Report and statutory financial statements
• Coordinate with external auditors during interim and year‑end audits
• Produce technical accounting papers, support analysis of complex transaction and ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal reporting standards

Intercompany Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee intercompany accounting processes
• Own the intercompany reconciliation process
• Monitor and ensure administration of intercompany policies, including transfer pricing, settlement timelines, and documentation requirements
• Coordinate with local finance teams to ensure alignment on intercompany balances, charges, recharges, and eliminations
• Ensure correct intercompany eliminations within the group consolidation during month-end close

Controls & Technical Accounting

• Contribute to the design and strengthening of internal controls across reporting and consolidation processes
• Maintain and update Group Accounting Manuals, policies, and governance frameworks and technical accounting support for new standards, business combinations, restructuring, or other complex events

What You'll Bring

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong experience with group consolidations, intercompany accounting, and financial reporting
• Solid technical accounting knowledge (IFRS/UK GAAP or relevant standards)
• High proficiency in Excel; experience with consolidation systems is advantageous
• Excellent communication and people engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines

A bonus if

• Experience working in Professional Services or Consulting and with Private Equity
• Proficient working in SAP / S/4Hana

Why Verian

• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a group finance environment
• Supportive & collaborative team
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Professional growth and development opportunities

How to Apply

Ready to make an impact? We’d love to hear from you!

Apply online today, and if your profile matches, we’ll be in touch for an initial exploratory interview.

We encourage applications from all sections of society and provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.

Learn more about us at veriangroup.com