Group Financial Accountant

About The Company

Windsor (Hybrid Working)

Full Time (40 hours per week)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

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.

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.

• 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

We’re looking for a motivated, detail‑driven accountant with strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.
• 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.