Group Financial Accountant

Description:

About The Company
 ???? Windsor (Hybrid Working)
???? Full Time (40 hours per week)
???? 25 days holiday + bank holidays
About Salutem Care & Education
At Salutem, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, active, and fulfilling life—regardless of background or ability. We provide high-quality care and education services across England and Wales, supporting children and adults with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and physical disabilities.
We are a fast-growing, acquisitive group with over 120 sites, and we’re now looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join our collaborative finance team in Windsor.

About The Role
  Reporting to the Group Head of FP&A, you’ll play a central role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting across the group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

Lead on the annual audit process, acting as a key contact for external auditors
Prepare and review statutory accounts, including disclosures and supporting documentation
Ensure strong financial controls, reporting accuracy, and compliance across the group
Perform month-end balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules
Manage Capex reporting and the Fixed Asset Register
Support month-end close processes, including journals and head office reporting
Assist with the annual budgeting process
Contribute to statutory and regulatory reporting (e.g. ONS submissions)
Partner with non-finance stakeholders, explaining financial information clearly
Support ad-hoc reporting and projects as the business continues to grow 
About You
We’re looking for a motivated, detail-driven accountant with strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills.
Key requirements:

ACA or ACCA qualified (or newly qualified)
Excellent attention to detail and a strong controls mindset
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident communicator, able to engage non-finance stakeholders
Advanced Excel skills (e.g. Pivot Tables, SUMIFS, VLOOKUPs)
Experience with Sage 200 (or similar) is desirable
Experience in a multi-site or social care environment is advantageous
Eligible to work in the UK and pass a DBS check 
Our Core Values:  
➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.  
➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.  
➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. 
➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. 
➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. 
➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. 
➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.  
Why Choose Us?  
✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.  
✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.  
✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.  
✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.  
Still not convinced?  
???? Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. 
???? Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces. 
♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. 
 
Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks