Financial Reporting Director

15 hours ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
Job Overview

A multinational listed company is seeking an experienced Head of Group Financial Reporting to lead the group financial reporting function in London. This role will oversee the reporting requirements and manage a talented team.

About the Role

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

The successful candidate will have the chance to progress and develop their career in a vast global finance function, working in a highly competitive remuneration package and benefits environment with hybrid/flexible working options.

Key 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.
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.

Salary: £80,000 - £120,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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