Intro Cedar is currently partnered with an international industrial manufacturing and engineering group to secure an Interim Head of Group Reporting. This is a high-impact technical finance role on an initial contract, paying a competitive day rate, and based in Surrey 2-3 days per week (with an office move anticipated). The Company Our client is a global manufacturer supplying performance-critical electronics and components across a range of sectors, including aerospace, medical, defence, and industrial. With international operations and increasing business complexity, they now seek a strong technical finance leader to ensure best-in-class financial reporting and compliance. The Role As Interim Head of Group Reporting, you will: Lead the preparation and delivery of consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS and UK regulatory requirements. Manage monthly, half-year, and year-end close processes across a multi-jurisdictional group. Own and maintain the group consolidation system, including chart of accounts and reporting hierarchies. Coordinate group audit activity and act as the primary liaison with external auditors. Partner with the Group FC, CFO and investor relations on the Annual Report, presentations, and technical input. Monitor and implement changes in IFRS and other regulatory requirements. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions (e.g. M&A, impairments, restructures). Drive process improvement, reporting quality, and systems optimisation. Lead and mentor the group reporting team while supporting divisional finance leaders. Your Profile You will ideally have: Deep technical knowledge of IFRS, consolidation, and statutory compliance. Experience leading reporting in complex international structures with multiple currencies. Excellent communication skills and credibility with board-level stakeholders and Audit Committees. ACA qualification, with a Big 4 audit background and strong experience in group reporting. Exposure to reporting systems such as Hyperion, Cognos, or OneStream. Strong people leadership and project management capabilities. Compensation & Benefits This contract offers a competitive day rate and the opportunity to lead statutory reporting and consolidation for a globally recognised business. Based in Surrey 2-3 days a week, you'll play a critical role in safeguarding financial integrity and ensuring technical excellence within a high-performing finance function.