Head of Reporting - Europe

Job Title:

Head of Reporting - Europe

Department: Finance
Location: Bury
Reporting To: Scott Morton – Director of Reporting & Shared Service Centre
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 16th January, 2026
Internal/External: Internal Only

Founded in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, JD Group has grown into a leading global omni‑channel retailer in Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms. Our diverse and dedicated teams operate across a portfolio of renowned retail brands in multiple international markets.

Listed on the London Stock Exchange since 1996 and a proud member of the FTSE
100 since 2019, JD Group continues to expand both in the UK and globally driven by a commitment to innovation, excellence and possibility.

Our vision is to become the world’s most trusted and dynamic omni‑channel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us in shaping this future. If you’re passionate about contributing to an inclusive, people‑first, customer‑centric organisation and are motivated by continuous growth and operational excellence we’d love to hear from you.

As the Head of Reporting for Europe, you will be responsible for financial reporting, controls & governance and the external audits for the JD Europe businesses. This role requires excellent financial management skills, collaboration with cross‑functional teams whilst ensuring sound financial decisions are made across the business.

You will work closely with the UK Reporting team, Group Reporting team, Internal Controls team, Commercial Finance team and our external auditors. You will lead your own team to provide strategic insights, financial guidance and decision support. You will have a key role in supporting and influencing the Group’s policies around financial control, risk management and compliance.

You will lead a team with their own reporting lines and play an active role in supporting your team’s continuous professional development. You will work collaboratively with the other Heads of Finance to deliver high‑quality output to your stakeholders.

This role requires a blend of financial expertise, leadership and effective communication to deliver successful outcomes within the Reporting team.

• Leadership and Management:
  Lead and manage the JD Europe Reporting team, overseeing all aspects of financial reporting.
• Financial Reporting:
  Develop processes and a team structure to deliver accurate results within the group reporting deadlines.
• Controls & Governance:
  Play a key role in implementing the Group ICFR programme and developing operational controls on a timely basis.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation:
  Review current processes and implement plans to improve the Balance Sheet reconciliation process in line with the Group ICFR requirements.
• Audit:
  Work closely with the external audit teams to ensure that the audits are managed and are on plan per the required timescales.
• Budget and Forecast Management:
  Work closely with the Commercial Finance team to understand performance vs plan and provide insight to Budget and Forecast processes.
• Team Culture and Development:
  Embed a team culture aligned with the Group’s core values. Support the continuous development of your team.
• Financial Systems and Efficiency:
  Influence the implementation of financial systems, processes and controls to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or Equivalent):
  Possess a recognised accounting qualification with a minimum of five years of post‑qualification experience in a senior finance role. Prior experience in a reporting role would be preferred.
• Financial Acumen:
  Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards and practices. Proficiency in using financial software, systems and tools.
• Analytical and Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities. Attention to detail and effective communication skills with your team, senior management and Group departments.
• Leadership and Team Development:
  Ability to lead, motivate and develop a high‑performing finance team.
• Time Management and…