External Reporting Accountant in UK

External Reporting Accountant

The role reports to the External Reporting Accountant - as part of the wider Group finance team. You would have coaching responsibilities for 2 team members. This currently would be an assistant accountant and a graduate. A great role for an individual looking to make a first move into industry or an individual who has audit or external reporting experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assistance with the preparation of Group and local Statutory Financial Statements

• Assisting the external auditors and being a point of contact for the Group and local year-end statutory audits

• Assistance with preparation of Quarterly Financial Information for external reporting to Investors

• Business partnering with teams to obtain key information for reporting requirements

• Ad hoc analysis of data for specific strategic projects and national surveys

• Support the team with technical expertise relating to transaction and project-based accounting

• Implement improvements of finance processes and reporting

Key Skills:

We've built an incredibly diverse business, and we're working hard to make sure we truly represent the communities we serve. One of the best things about working with so many different people is having the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with lots of different views, perspectives and beliefs.

For this role, we're looking for someone who has:

• Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

• Understanding of and experience with statutory reporting requirements

• The confidence & ability to challenge non-finance stakeholders to deliver the right end-results

• Good verbal communication skills, ability to articulate financial data in a clear and transparent way

• Resilience and the ability to adapt in an ever changing environment

• Attention to detail skills

• Takes ownership and uses initiative to solve problems

• Pro-active individual with a can-do attitude

By joining Morrisons, you not only become an essential asset to our success but also open doors to a future where your professional journey aligns with the scale and diversity of our thriving business. It's not just a job; it's a pathway to a fulfilling and progressive career within one of the UK's leading retailers.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best selves to work, you can expect to enjoy (Just to name a few):

• 4 and half day work week
• Flexible remote working options
• 15% colleague discount in stores and online, plus an additional 10% card for a friend or family member
• Annual bonus scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Perks with over 850 retailers
• Free onsite parking

If you're interested, please apply with your CV or alternatively contact me directly on