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Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.
We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.
It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.
We are seeking a technically strong and commercially aware Group Finance Manager to join our central finance team. This role will play a critical part in delivering accurate and timely group reporting, overseeing international month-end processes, and driving consistency across our subsidiaries. You’ll be responsible for group-wide consolidations, inter-company processes, IFRS adjustments, and strategic support around investments and acquisitions.
What you’ll do...
- Own and manage the intercompany matrix, including eliminations, recharges, and reconciliations across all entities.
- Prepare the Group cashflow report, consolidating inputs from all subsidiaries and ensuring completeness and accuracy.
- Review international month-end submissions, ensuring alignment with group policies and reporting timetables.
- Complete consolidated balance sheet reconciliations and ensure intercompany balances net out correctly.
- Deliver monthly and year-end group trial balance reconciliations and insightful P&L commentary, both on a consolidated and segment-by-segment basis.
- Manage investment and acquisition-related reconciliations, ensuring accurate accounting for new and existing holdings.
- Track deferred consideration and KPIs linked to Sales & Purchase Agreements, ensuring alignment with acquisition terms.
- Post and review Group-level IFRS adjustments, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and consistency across reporting periods.
What you'll need...
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a group or consolidation-focused role.
- Strong understanding of consolidation accounting and intercompany processes.
- Proven experience in IFRS reporting and handling complex accounting scenarios (e.g. M&A, deferred consideration).
- Comfortable working across multiple international entities and time zones.
- Excellent Excel skills and strong familiarity with consolidation and ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar).
- High attention to detail and a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
It would be great if you have...
- Experience working in a multi-entity international environment.
- Exposure to private equity-backed or acquisitive businesses.
- Familiarity with preparing reports for board-level or external stakeholders.
If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you!
Kraken is a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan and Australia. In the UK we are one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.7. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.
Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. If you have any specific accommodations or a unique preference, please contact us at [email protected] and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!
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