Are you a technically strong finance professional with a passion for driving improvements in financial reporting and accounting operations?
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Do you thrive in an international, fast-paced environment where your insights and expertise can shape strategic decision-making?
Are you ready to take ownership of a critical function in a private equity-backed business and make a real impact on its success?
Macgregor Black are partnering with a Global Consumer Goods Brand, on the search for a Head of Accounting and Reporting.
As the Head of Accounting and Reporting, you will play a critical role in a fast-paced, private equity-backed, international consumer goods business, leading all aspects of financial reporting and accounting operations. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will combine technical accounting expertise with the ability to communicate effectively across the business, delivering accurate financial reporting and insights while driving process improvement. This is a full-time role based in Hampshire.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead financial reporting by overseeing the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance with IFRS, and timely delivery.
* Drive continuous improvement and automation of reporting systems to increase efficiency and deliver meaningful insights.
* Manage adherence to statutory requirements across international operations, including tax and regulatory filings.
* Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights, and communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
* Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset functions, ensuring accuracy and operational efficiency.
* Work closely with operational and commercial teams to understand business drivers and align financial reporting with strategic objectives.
* Support the CFO and leadership team in addressing private equity reporting requirements and driving value creation.
* Manage accounting operations across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local regulations and a strong understanding of international landscapes, including the US.
What We're Looking For?
* A strong foundation in financial reporting and accounting, ideally with significant experience in an international, private equity-backed environment.
* ACA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification with a deep understanding of IFRS.
* Familiarity with operating in an international environment is a must; understanding of the US financial landscape is highly desirable.
* The ability to combine technical excellence with commercial curiosity, translating numbers into meaningful business insights.
* Demonstrated ability to take full ownership of the reporting and accounting function, with a proactive and hands-on approach.
* Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
* Experience driving system optimisation and automation to streamline accounting and reporting processes.
Please contact Fraser Graham for further information.