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 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:
1. Deep technical knowledg...