Financial Reporting Lead. LilyLifestyle

Financial Reporting Manager

Poole – £60–65K + Benefits – Hybrid working

We are seeking an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to strengthen our Group's financial control environment and enhance the quality and consistency of financial reporting. Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, this role will play a key part in developing robust accounting policies, improving financial processes and supporting accurate monthly and statutory reporting. Leveraging strong audit and financial reporting expertise, the successful candidate will drive operational efficiency, strengthen internal controls and support compliance across the business.

The role also includes tax compliance support and close collaboration with operational teams to promote a strong culture of governance and financial control.

• Lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of financial controls across key processes.
• Support monthly and year-end financial close to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Coordinate year-end audit planning and fieldwork, preparing audit deliverables.
• Develop and document accounting policies and key financial processes, including process mapping.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts and year-end tax compliance information, including RDEC support.
• Partner with operational teams to embed strong financial control and compliance awareness.
• Support and guide junior team members and assist with ad-hoc projects.

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in audit, financial controls and statutory reporting.
• Knowledge of financial reporting frameworks.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• SAP or ERP system experience desirable.
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, pension scheme, professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010.