Head of Group Financial Reporting

10 hours ago


Reading, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

A major listed global market leading Plc are looking a Head of Group Financial Reporting to lead the group financial reporting function based in London. This role will take ownership of the reporting requirements and manage a talented team.

This is a fantastic time to join a growing and evolving group finance function experiencing a transformation including entity rationalisation, process improvements and systems implementations.

The company offers an impressive working environment, highly competitive remuneration and benefits as well as hybrid/flexible working. This role offers the opportunity to progress and develop your career in a vast global finance function.

Responsibilities:
  1. Manage the Group Reporting team to ensure all reporting requirements are met.
  2. Lead the accurate and timely completion of external financial reporting.
  3. Oversee the production of subsidiary Statutory Accounts for all legal entities.
  4. Responsible for the planning and execution of the annual and interim audit timetables and management of the auditors to ensure a smooth and timely process.
  5. Supporting the Group Financial Controller in preparing papers for the Board and Audit Committee.
  6. Responsible for the Group's technical accounting considerations including:
    1. Ownership of the Groups' policies and procedures.
    2. Responsible for the implementation of changes to IFRS across the Group.
    3. Preparation and approval co-ordination of proposed new accounting policies.
    4. Review and preparation of the going concern, investment appraisal and goodwill models.
    5. Management of the share-based payment calculations related to various SAYE and share option schemes.
    6. Responsible for the correct reporting of intangible assets, both acquired and internally developed capitalised expenditure.
    7. Technical lead for acquisition accounting and support in the integration of newly acquired businesses and the impact on reporting.
    8. Support project on legal structure rationalisation and simplification.
    9. Support the transformation team to ensure successful implementation of the ERP system into the Group reporting requirements.
Person Requirements:
  1. Proven experience in leading a Group Finance team of a multinational listed company.
  2. In-depth expertise in consolidation processes and financial reporting.
  3. Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
  4. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of management.
  5. Proactive and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced environment and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
  6. Proven experience with diverse financial systems and technologies.
  7. Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and excellence in all tasks.

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