Job Description: Financial Reporting AccountantJob Title: Financial Reporting Accountant Location: Manchester City Centre Reporting To: Group Finance Manager Salary Range: CompetitiveJob PurposeThe Financial Reporting Accountant will be responsible for ensuring that key accounting ledgers are kept up to date and accurate across a number of entities. They will apply technical knowledge to deliver month-end and year-end reporting within given deadlines.The role also involves business partnering for central group services, providing accurate monthly accounting information and budgeting guidance.Key Tasks, Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesAct as business partner for central group services, serving as a single point of reference for all financial accounting and performance matters. Enhance financial insights, highlight risks, and foster collaboration.Produce monthly management accounts for both development and central services (Marketing, Finance, IT, HR, and Corporate Services), with a focus on variance analysis and performance alignment.Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for designated portfolios, maintaining and reviewing schedules for legal entities.Complete key balance sheet reconciliations across the group, including WIP, Fixed Assets, and Intercompany.Prepare and post month-end journals for designated business departments.Produce monthly group consolidation for submission to the parent company, including consolidation adjustments.Manage group VAT returns in