Group Reporting Manager

Practice qualified and you've already made a move into industry? Perhaps you're feeling bored or you're looking for more ownership and responsibility? This is a pivotal, newly created role Group Reporting Manager role within a private equity-backed media business on a strong growth trajectory. Combining not only group accounting responsibilities, you’ll have group FP&A exposure and the opportunity to pay an integral role owning key finance projects. You'll be the linchpin on financial and group accounting, having the opportunity to really make your mark on this role. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you will be responsible for the financial management and reporting across the Group. You will ensure robust financial control, timely and accurate group reporting and effective treasury and cash management across multiple entities. You will also play a key role in managing lender relationships, monitoring covenant compliance, overseeing the group audit process and supporting the PE shareholders with clear, insightful reporting and analysis. Group Reporting Manager- Responsibilities Group Reporting & Consolidation Prepare accurate and timely monthly consolidated accounts for the Group, including balance sheet, P&L and cashflow Maintain the management accounts for the three holding companies, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to reporting timelines. Manage the consolidation process for multiple UK entities ensuring consistency of accounting policies and adherence to UK GAAP Deliver clear and insightful management reporting for the Group FD, CFO and PE investors Lead the preparation of Board and PE shareholder reporting packs, including variance analysis and key financial metrics Provide analysis and insights to PE stakeholders on group performance and cash management Drive continuous improvement in the quality and efficiency of financial reporting Intercompany & Transfer Pricing Lead the group intercompany recharging process in line with the agreed transfer pricing framework Ensure all intercompany recharges are correctly raised and supported by appropriate documentation Reconcile intercompany balances across all entities monthly, ensuring accuracy and agreement across the Group Maintain a clear audit trail for all intercompany transactions and recharges Treasury & Cashflow Management Oversee group-wide cash management and forecasting, maintaining a rolling 12 month cashflow model Manage banking relationships and optimise the Group’s liquidity position. Oversee the management of intercompany funding and settlements. Support the FD in assessing and mitigating currency exposure and implementing appropriate FX hedging strategies Lender Covenant & Debt Management Manage all aspects of lender reporting, including covenant compliance, forecasting and submissions Support the FD and CFO in managing relationships with lenders and ensuring all facility requirements are met Prepare quarterly covenant reporting packs and liaise with external advisers as required Group Audit & Statutory Reporting Lead the annual group audit process, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and to a high standard Work in partnership with subsidiary finance lead to ensure subsidiaries audit fieldwork is completed in line with group deadlines Coordinate with external auditors and ensure all statutory filings are compliant and accurate Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of UK GAAP and support the FD in implementing any required changes Systems, Controls & Process Improvement Play a key role in developing and delivering the Group’s finance systems strategy. Lead the implementation of a new financial system across the Group within the next 12 months, ensuring it meets the business’s evolving needs. Enhance and maintain robust internal controls across the Group. Streamline reporting processes and support the evolution of finance systems as the Group scales. Champion best practice in financial governance, control and compliance Provision of ad hoc and project support for subsidiary trading entities from time to time Group Reporting Manager - Required Experience Qualified ACA or ACCA from practice Must have experience working in industry Experience in a private equity-backed, multi-entity environment is helpful Strong technical understanding of UK GAAP, consolidation and cashflow management Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement Confident communicator able to build strong relationships across finance, operations, lenders and investors A keen interest in projects Proactive, hands-on and detail-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Strong Excel and systems skills Group Reporting Manager- The Package Salary - up to £75,000 Discretionary bonus Pension Hybrid working - 3-4 days in office Private medical and life insurance