Your new companyA highly regarded, growing accountancy firm based in Central London is seeking a Senior Accountant with consolidated accounts experience to join the team on a short term contract. Your new roleAs a Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of preparing, reviewing, and delivering complex consolidated financial statements for a range of group structures. Working closely with both clients and internal teams, you will ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.This is a hands-on technical role ideally suited to someone who enjoys problem-solving, group accounting, and mentoring others.Key Responsibilities:- Prepare and review consolidated financial statements under UK GAAP and/or IFRS- Lead the consolidation process for multi-entity groups, including international subsidiaries- Manage intercompany eliminations, acquisition accounting, and minority interests- Provide technical guidance on consolidation issues and reporting requirements- Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors where required- Review the work of junior team members and support their development- Work closely with clients to understand group structures and provide insightful advice- Identify opportunities to automate and streamline reporting processesWhat you''ll need to succeedTo succeed in this position, you will be an ACA or ACCA (or equivalent) with experience reporting in accordance with IFRS and FRS102. You will be confident in preparing consolidated accounts from scrat