Senior Manager: Strategic and Reporting

Recruitment Business Partner – Legal & Finance (UK & EU Markets)

Reading | Hybrid with occasional travel to Newbury. 3 month contract. Must be available to start immediately. Must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Reporting & Technical Accounting, this role is responsible for providing accounting and project management support on strategic accounting initiatives, particularly following the recent merger and other one‑off material transactions.

You will support and prepare elements of financial reporting arising from strategic projects, building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and developing a well‑rounded understanding of the business. Strong stakeholder management is essential, as you will work across multiple areas of the business, demonstrating excellent presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills.

• Prepare and support technical accounting papers under IFRS
  , including IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16, for one‑off and material transactions.
• Support the line manager and stakeholders in delivering accurate, timely, and complete financial reporting for strategic projects.
• Project manage multiple work streams underpinning strategic reporting initiatives while building sustainable stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate and lead with CFO teams and external advisors to deliver reporting to internal and external stakeholders efficiently.
• Challenge external advisors to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Support process improvements, reporting automation, and initiatives that drive better business outcomes.
• Ensure outputs meet internal and external quality standards and audit requirements.

• ACA or ACCA qualified
  , with proven experience in large finance functions.
• In-depth technical knowledge of IFRS
  , particularly IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16.
• Experience in fast‑paced, dynamic environments, preferably in telcos or large listed group structures.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, automation, and process improvements.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proactive and credible delivery of complex project work.

• Financial reporting under IFRS (and UK GAAP advantageous).
• Coordination of audits and provision of high‑quality supporting documentation.
• Strategic management accounting and financial modelling to support business decisions.
• Planning, organising, and prioritising complex tasks and work streams effectively.

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