Job Introduction
We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Group Financial Reporting Leader to head up our Group Financial Reporting Team. This pivotal role oversees statutory financial reporting for our consolidated group accounts and all UK and Ireland subsidiaries, as well as managing the related external audit process. You’ll also provide technical accounting expertise across the Group and own the Global Finance Manual, and all accounting policies. This is a truly global role, offering exposure to all areas of our business and a unique opportunity to shape financial reporting at the heart of William Grant & Sons.
Main Responsibility
As part of the Group Finance Leadership Team, you will be responsible for leading statutory financial reporting and audit processes, including consolidation and compliance with accounting standards. You will ensure timely, complete, and accurate financial reporting across the Group. You will advise on technical accounting issues, including acquisitions, structural changes, and accounting policy updates. You will maintain and evolve the Global Finance Manual to support our growing business. You will also support strategic projects and respond to Audit Committee requests as needed.
Our Ideal Candidate
You are a confident self-starter with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. You will have a recognised finance qualification such as ACCA, ICAS, or ICAEW and will bring significant post-qualified experience, ideally in audit, either in practice or within industry. You have strong communication skills and can build rapport across global teams. You will demonstrate a passion for financial reporting and be able to effectively debate the nuances of technical accounting standards. You are comfortable delivering under pressure operating to strict deadlines. You also have leadership experience and a track record in developing high-performing teams.
What we can offer you
1. We offer a competitive salary and benefits which are designed to promote our employees financial wellbeing. Employees are also eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
2. Our employees enjoy a generous holiday entitlement and an opportunity to ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ some holiday entitlement.
3. Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service).
4. Our employees can join a defined contribution pension plan. Employees contribute either 4% or 5% of salary, the company contributes 8% or 10% depending on the employee contribution. Employee contributions can be made through salary sacrifice.
5. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers practical, impartial support on everyday matters ranging from medical, financial and legal to home and family issues.
6. Our Life Assurance cover is a multiple of eight times your annual basic salary.
7. Product allocation so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands.
8. Our Cycle to Work scheme allows you to hire a bike for an agreed length of time, and then snap it up for a fraction of its original value. All while making savings (at least 25%) and spreading the cost.
9. Every employee has the opportunity to claim up to £1, per year for a charity or charities for which they have raised money, volunteered their time or personally donated.
10. Learning resources to help you be your best self.