Job Description

This role will focus on external financial accounting and reporting, providing input on accounting issues, working alongside the Senior Finance Manager to deliver key external reports. The Group Reporting Manager is responsible for the preparation of quarterly external reporting, the preparation of the Group annual report and leading the external audit for the Group. The role is also responsible for the preparation of UK statutory accounts, providing accounting solutions and advice, ensuring appropriate accounting decisions are taken by the Group, as well as involvement in ongoing projects across the business.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Preparation of Group consolidated accounts under FRS102
• Resolution of accounting questions with external audit as they arise
• Leading the audit process for the Group
• Preparing UK statutory accounts for key entities
• Provision of optimal technical accounting solutions
• Leading, managing and supporting the business in any financial and corporate activities, including all financial aspects of M&A
• Supporting the Group's planning process with the provision of technical accounting solutions
• Supporting the Group Financial Controller and the Financial Performance Manager with the delivery of quarterly presentations and statements for external reporting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Strong IFRS or FRS 102 expertise
• Experience of preparing consolidated accounts
• Experience of working within a Group function
• Ability to plan ahead and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and with an analytical mindset