Financial Reporting Manager

Your new company
You'll be joining a growing professional services organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality financial reporting support to a diverse portfolio of listed, pre‑IPO, and investor‑backed clients. The business is known for its collaborative culture, commercial mindset and commitment to developing its people. With continued expansion and increasing demand for specialist reporting expertise, they are now looking to appoint a talented Financial Reporting Manager.

Your new role
This newly created role sits within a specialist financial reporting team, supporting complex clients with the preparation of statutory accounts, technical accounting analyses and transaction‑related reporting. You'll take ownership of key deliverables, lead small teams on engagements, and act as a trusted point of contact for clients operating in fast‑paced, change‑driven environments.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing financial statements under IFRS and UK GAAP (FRS 101/102)
Leading IFRS conversion projects
Producing technical accounting papers and supporting documentation
Preparing and reviewing group management reporting
Supporting accounting for transactions including mergers and acquisitions
Performing valuations such as purchase price allocations and share‑based payments
Building integrated forecast models (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow)
What you'll need to succeed
You'll be a fully qualified ACA (ideally trained in a Top 25 firm) with approximately 2-3 years PQE. You may currently be working in practice, or have moved into industry in a financial reporting‑focused role. Strong experience preparing complex accounts, excellent technical knowledge of IFRS, and confidence handling multiple work streams simultaneously will set you up for success. A proactive mindset, strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment are essential.

What you'll get in return
You'll join a business that truly invests in your development, offering exposure to high‑profile clients and technically challenging work that will enhance your long‑term career options. You'll benefit from a supportive team culture, clear progression pathways and a competitive salary of £70,000, along with a comprehensive benefits offering. This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your career in a fast‑growing and respected advisory environment.

What you need to do now
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