Group Reporting Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a talented Group Reporting Manager to join a thriving finance team in London. This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives on responsibility and enjoys making a tangible impact across multiple entities within a dynamic, private equity-backed organisation. The Group Reporting Manager will ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting processes, while supporting senior management and external stakeholders with high-quality financial information.

What you'll do

• Lead the preparation and oversight of monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards, ensuring all deadlines are met with precision.
• Oversee complex group consolidation processes including intercompany eliminations and multi-entity reporting to maintain accurate group-level financial data.
• Manage the preparation of statutory accounts for both group entities and subsidiary companies, guaranteeing full compliance with local GAAP and IFRS requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive management reporting packages tailored for senior leadership and board members to facilitate informed business decision-making.
• Produce timely monthly group reports that provide valuable insights into business performance and support strategic planning initiatives.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis at the group level, delivering clear commentary on financial performance trends to key stakeholders.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex matters such as IFRS 15, IFRS 16, impairment testing, and business combination accounting across the organisation.
• Act as the primary technical contact for accounting advice within the finance function and other departments, ensuring clarity on regulatory developments.
• Proactively manage the year-end audit process by coordinating with external auditors, preparing audit working papers, and ensuring timely delivery of all requirements.
• Implement robust internal controls over financial reporting processes while driving continuous improvement in systems, policies, procedures, and overall efficiency.

What you bring

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience is essential for success in this role.
• A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in financial reporting within complex multinational environments is required.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS standards-particularly IFRS 15, IFRS 16-and experience handling multi-entity consolidations are vital.
• Demonstrated ability to lead finance teams effectively by providing coaching, mentoring, workload prioritisation, and resource allocation support.
• Experience managing external audits from planning through completion while serving as the main point of contact for auditors is necessary.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with proven ability to communicate complex technical matters clearly to non-finance colleagues are expected.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel along with hands-on experience using consolidation software or ERP systems is highly desirable.
• Exposure to private equity-backed or large group environments would be advantageous but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements as well as finance system change or automation projects would be beneficial.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong analytical abilities ensures accuracy in all aspects of financial reporting.

What sets this company apart

Joining this organisation means becoming part of an ambitious company where the culture is inclusive and collaborative. Employees are encouraged to share ideas openly while benefiting from supportive leadership that values personal development. Flexible working arrangements help promote work-life balance so you can perform at your best both professionally and personally. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so your skills remain current amid changing industry standards; meanwhile generous pension contributions reflect their commitment to long-term employee wellbeing. Working alongside an international team renowned for its expertise provides daily inspiration as you contribute towards shared goals in a positive atmosphere where everyone's input is valued.

What's next

If you are ready to take your career in group financial reporting to new heights within an inclusive international environment, this could be your perfect next step. Apply today by submitting your application.

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