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At Victrex, we’re passionate about working together to deliver innovative solutions that make a difference. We’re now looking for an Assistant Group Accountant to join our Group Finance team, playing a key role in delivering accurate, timely and high‑quality financial reporting.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the heart of group reporting, has a strong technical foundation, and is keen to continue developing towards a recognised accounting qualification.
You’ll contribute to the delivery of robust Group reporting and support key financial cycles across the business. Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the month‑end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations, posting central journals and maintaining ledgers
Producing accurate inputs for internal reports such as fixed assets, inventory reporting, Board packs and committee papers
Helping to ensure the accuracy and integrity of Group accounting, maintaining compliance and safeguarding the business
Working closely with regional finance teams to ensure consistency of approach and sharing best practice
Identifying opportunities to improve and streamline month‑end and finance processes
Maintaining the Group authority matrix and coordinating updates as required
You’ll also support wider Group activities, including:
Half‑year and year‑end external reporting, audit coordination and investor materials
Budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activities in line with Group reporting standards
Financial performance management, supporting cost centre owners with analysis and constructive challenge
Depending on experience, the role may also cover areas such as VAT and Intrastat returns, capital accounting, inventory and cost of sales reconciliation, intercompany accounting and support with corporation tax calculations.
We’re looking for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys working collaboratively and can communicate financial information clearly.
You’ll bring:
Experience of month‑end accounting processes and financial reporting
Exposure to budgeting, forecasting or reforecasting
Strong Excel skills and confidence working with ERP and BI systems
The ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders
A proactive, organised approach with attention to detail
AAT (or equivalent demonstrable experience) – essential
Studying towards a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) – essential
Membership of a relevant professional finance body – essential
At Victrex, you’ll be supported to grow and develop in a collaborative and inclusive environment. We offer a competitive reward package, opportunities for professional development and the chance to build your career within a global organisation.
NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.
About Victrex
Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.
With over 40 years‘ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders
Vision and culture
At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.
Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.
We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change.
As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.
Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever-changing landscape.
Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities.
We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ not just once, but for two years in succession! A testament to our people-first culture, where innovation and adaptability thrive in a digital-first, AI-driven workplace; we are proud to have once again retained this very prestigious award!
As well as being recognised as one of the ‘Most Admired Companies in the Chemical Sector’ by The London Stock Exchange: Recognition of our commitment to excellence, transformation, and data-driven insights, empowering every team member to embrace change and drive success.
We’re also delighted to be acknowledged as a top performer in the FTSE Women Leaders Review for Women in Leadership and Women on Boards! Victrex has been ranked joint 4th among UK-listed FTSE 250 companies, standing alongside much larger peers.
Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:
The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.
We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.
We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!
That email is: enablerecruitment@victrex.com
Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community.
