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Job Title: Financial Accounting Reporting Manager
Are you an experienced accountant with a passion for technical accounting and external reporting? We are looking for a Financial Accounting Reporting Manager to join our team and serve as the Rentokil Initial UK businesses' technical accounting expert. In this role, you will manage a small team responsible for providing guidance on technical accounting matters, leading projects such as the adoption of new accounting standards across the region, and ensuring the seamless preparation of our annual reports.
You and your team will also handle business returns, regulatory filings, local tax reporting, and support the wider business with tax queries, acting as liaison with Group Tax. Additionally, you will support the Head of Financial Controls and Compliance with managing the local Governance environment and oversee compliance with UK Apprenticeship reporting and reclaim processes.
This position reports to the Head of Financial Controls and Compliance and involves managing two direct reports with approximately 10 and 2 years of experience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Technical Accounting Expert: Serve as the primary contact for all technical accounting matters across business units and central functions, providing guidance on new or updated standards.
* External Reporting: Lead the preparation of financial statements for annual reports and coordinate with the audit team to ensure an efficient process. Manage business returns and other external reporting requirements.
* Internal Reporting: Oversee the preparation and submission of internal reports, including insurance returns, PSA, P11D, and corporation tax support.
* Audit: Act as the main contact for external audits and manage the team responsible for audit organization and delivery.
* Apprenticeship Reporting: Manage the reclaim process and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
* SOX/General Control: Support the Head of Financial Control & Compliance in maintaining a robust SOX control environment and effective internal controls.
Requirements:
To be considered, you should have:
* ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification.
* Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
* Experience in preparing annual reports and accounts.
* Proven ability to work with statutory and management accounts.
* Excellent spreadsheet and analytical skills.
* Strong focus on internal controls and meeting deadlines.
* Desirable: experience with acquisition accounting.
Additional benefits include a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and Employee Assistance Programme.
At Rentokil Initial, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you have specific needs or requirements during the recruitment process, please communicate them to us. Our team is here to support you!
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