Statutory Reporting Accountant

From the fun of Mecca Bingo to the experience of Grosvenor Casinos, from in-person to online, from local to global, players love the experiences our famous brands deliver.

We employ almost 8,000 people across our brands, in roles ranging from Casino Croupiers, Poker Dealers, Chefs and Bingo Club Callers, through to specialists in Marketing, Property, Finance, Law and Human Resources and many more.

This is such an exciting sector to be part of, bringing entertainment to millions in a culture of opportunity and growth.

The Statutory Reporting Accountant is a key member of the Group Financ e team, supporting the delivery of high ‑ quality statutory financial statements and disclosures across the Group. This role offers excellent exposure to UK ‑ listed reporting within a complex, regulated environment, alongside involvement in month ‑ end close, consolidation, interim reporting and the Annual Report & Accounts.

Working closely with senior finance leadership and external auditors, this role provides an excellent platform to develop technical accounting expertise and professional judgement. It is ideally suited to a newly qualified accountant looking to make their first move into industry, with strong visibility, breadth of experience and a clear pathway into Group reporting and financial control.

• Prepare statutory financial statements for Group entities in line with relevant accounting standards and UK regulatory requirements
• Ensure financial statements include accurate , complete and high ‑ quality disclosures with appropriate supporting documentation
• Coordinate the statutory reporting process, working with internal stakeholders and external auditors to meet reporting deadlines ( half ‑ year and year ‑ end )
• Lead preparation and submission of Office for National Statistics (ONS) surveys and returns (e.g., QFS and related quarterly/annual requests), ensuring accuracy, completeness and on‑time delivery.

• Support Group month ‑ end close, including review and analysis of consolidation outputs
• Assist in the preparation of interim financial statements
• Contribute to the year ‑ end Annual Report & Accounts, including supporting disclosures

• Support the assessment of technical accounting matters, including IFRS research and preparation of technical papers
• Assist in the implementation of new or revised accounting standards

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including Group Financial Controller, Divisional Finance, Tax, Company Secretariat and External Auditors
• Provide clear, timely responses to audit queries and review points

• Ensure strong financial control is maintained across statutory reporting processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, documentation and controls

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent), or newly qualified with recent experience in audit or financial reporting
• Strong understanding of financial reporting principles and UK statutory accounts
• Exposure to IFRS and consolidation concepts desirable
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality
• Well organised, with the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively
• Confident communicator, with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and external auditors

Join us to unlock benefits and opportunities that will boost your career journey in a vibrant, inclusive and fulfilling work environment – so you can #Be Yourself

Wellbeing@Rank is important... From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly Pep Talks, we’re here for you.

We’ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting‑edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.

From pensions to bonus schemes, and private medical insurance to life insurance – we've got you covered.

* Our benefits vary by brand and/or location. Please have a chat with your local Talent Acquisition specialist to find out what’s in place in your location.

The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers.

We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.