Head of Financial Reporting

Are you a highly experienced Head of Financial Reporting who enjoys a fast-paced environment where you can add value and become involved in several transformation projects? Our client is a global organisation based in Essex, who are looking for someone to head-up their accounting function ad become a key member of their senior leadership team. This is a newly created role to lead statutory reporting, tax, compliance and audits across the business.

As Head of Financial Reporting, you will… Lead the UK and Ireland statutory close, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting in line with UK GAAP and IFRS Own internal and external audits, tax compliance and regulatory requirements, ensuring strong controls and audit readiness Manage and optimise offshore finance teams, maintaining quality, SLAs and effective integration into the close cycle Drive finance transformation through ERP optimisation, automation, and continuous improvement of close and reporting processes Partner with senior stakeholders and finance teams to provide clear insight on reporting, compliance, risks and financial performance As Head of Financial Reporting, you will need… ACA, ACCA or CIMA fully qualified Experience owning statutory close, tax compliance and external audit processes Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS As Head of Financial Reporting, you will get… Excellent Pension Scheme Private Healthcare Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office) If you are looking to step up your career, apply here now!

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