Head of Group Reporting
FTSE 250 Retailer
£110,000 - £125,000 + up to 40% bonus & incredible benefits
Central London offices
Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2wfh
My client are seeking a skilled professional in Group and Statutory Reporting, with proven expertise in delivering accurate and timely Group consolidations in complex, multi-currency environments.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and mentor a team of approximately four qualified accountants in Group Reporting
* Oversee the multi-currency IFRS consolidation process and monthly management reporting for the Group
* Manage the planning and execution of interim and year-end external reporting and audits, including preliminary announcements and the Annual Report, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and disclosure requirements, while serving as the main liaison with external auditors
* Handle all technical aspects of the Group's financial statements, including dual reporting (IAS 17/IFRS 16), impairment reviews, and foreign exchange matters, while providing expertise on complex accounting issues
* Contribute to the preparation of Board and Audit Committee papers
* Supervise the production of subsidiary statutory accounts for all legal entities
* Oversee monthly accounting and reporting for the Group's holding companies
* Take ownership of the Group's accounting policies and procedures, coordinating the implementation of new policies and accounting standards such as IFRS 18
* Manage the Group's legal entity structure, including capital arrangements and monitoring distributable reserves
* Play an active role in the development of ESG/sustainability reporting capabilities
* Participate in ad hoc projects, providing support to both the Group finance and business unit finance teams
About You:
* ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive post-qualification experience, ideally in a listed Group function
* Proven experience in multi-currency Group consolidation and listed company reporting, with a strong background in leading teams
* Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet tight deadlines
* Advanced proficiency in finance systems and Excel, with the ability to manipulate and present complex financial data
* Strong knowledge of IFRS, UK statutory accounts, and relevant disclosure requirements, including IFRS 16
* Confident and effective communicator, capable of building relationships and presenting financial information clearly and concisely
* Proactive and self-motivated with a keen interest in taking ownership of projects and responsibilities
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