Group Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

Group Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

• Hybrid
• Shared Services:
  Finance

Purpose of the Role

Responsible for the integrity of the Group balance sheet and statutory reporting framework. Act as a key technical accounting resource within the finance leadership team, supporting the ongoing development of the Group’s financial reporting framework, balance sheet governance and financial control environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist in preparation of financial statements

· Ensure compliance with UK GAAP

· Review and analyse financial data for accuracy and completeness

· Manage the consolidation of financial results.

Compliance & Controls

· Ensure adherence to statutory reporting requirements

· Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting

· Liaise with auditors during external audits

· Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and standards

Team Management

· Mentor, and develop reporting/accounting staff

· Allocate workload and ensure deadlines are met

· Promote continuous improvement within the finance function

Process Improvement

· Identify and implement improvements in reporting processes

· Enhance automation and efficiency in financial systems

· Support finance transformation initiatives

Role Outcomes & Measurement Objectives

100% of balance sheet accounts reconciled monthly

Statutory accounts delivered within timetable

Audit evidence library maintained and audit queries efficiently resolved

Accounting policy and judgement papers maintained

Intercompany balances reconciled monthly

· Assist in preparation of financial statements ensuring compliance with UK GAAP

· Review and analyse financial data for accuracy and completeness

· Manage the consolidation of financial results.

· Efficiency improvements in reporting processes

Strong technical accounting capability, with deep knowledge of UK GAAP, gained within a complex audit or in‑house environment. Experience operating at a manager‑equivalent level within practice or industry, with strong commercial awareness. Exposure to mid‑cap or regulated organisations, including in‑house finance experience, is preferred.

Experience lead role in group audit engagements for multi-entity organisations.

Strong balance sheet control and reconciliation discipline.

Ability to prepare and update technical accounting position papers supporting accounting and going concern stress testing.

Hands‑on approach with willingness to engage directly in detailed financial reporting works.

Strong team player, results driven and curious mindset.

Solid experience in financial reporting or accounting.

Experience in a managerial or supervisory role.

Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial regulation.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Advanced Excel and financial systems knowledge (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Nice to Have experience

Experience in a multinational or listed company

Exposure to financial consolidation tools

Experience with ERP systems and reporting automation

How We Work:

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