Head of Group Financial Reporting

The role is responsible for the monthly consolidation process involving multi-national entities, and the associated financial reporting in accordance with IFRS. Working closely with the Finance Systems Accountants, the role is also responsible for producing the half-year and year-end consolidated financial statements

Client Details

Our client is a well-established organisation in the transport & distribution sector, known for its forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence.

Description

• Providing guidance to operational finance teams across the globe on group reporting requirements
• Ownership of the monthly, half-year, and year-end reporting packs
• Production of monthly consolidated management accounts and key performance indicators
• Collaborating with Strategic Business Unit Finance Directors on the ongoing development of consolidation and reporting processes
• Developing relationships with operations, senior management, and the wider finance function
• Production of half-year and year-end consolidated financial statements
• Supporting the Group Financial Controller with the half-year and year-end listed group reporting
• Supporting the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis with the production of the consolidated annual budget and the consolidated quarterly forecasts
• Supporting the Group Financial Controller with the preparation of technical accounting papers to support positions taken by the group
• Supporting the Group Financial Controller with the development and maintenance of appropriate group-wide accounting policies and guidance
• Leading and/or supporting the Group Financial Controller on projects as may occur from time to time

Profile

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
• Proven expertise in financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £110,000 per annum.
• Opportunities to lead and shape the financial reporting function.
• Hybrid working / Bonus