Robert Half are working in partnership with a renowned, industry leading business in Swindon to recruit a Group Financial Reporting Manager role on a full-time permanent basis. As the Group Financial Reporting Manager, you will be immersed in the end-to-end management of the group's consolidated reporting process, coordinating annual and financial disclosures and act as the key liaison with external auditors. Additionally, you will contribute to key business projects and support growth-related activities with technical expertise. This is an exciting opportunity for someone that has proven financial reporting experience within a PLC business and someone that is looking for a new challenge and maximise their technical accounting expertise. The salary is between £65,000 - £75,000 plus car allowance, bonus, hybrid working and other excellent benefits.
Key Responsibilities
The main duties of the Group Financial Reporting Manager role will consist of:
1. Prepare and review consolidated group financial statements and disclosures.
2. Operate as the main contact for external auditors and manage the annual audit timetable.
3. Produce consolidated monthly and annual management accounts.
4. Administer the group's consolidation system and ensure robust controls are tested quarterly.
5. Draft technical accounting papers for the audit committee and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
6. Support the completion of statutory accounts for subsidiaries.
7. Build and update financial models covering assessments like impairment, lease obligations, share plans, and EPS.
8. Business partner with other departments to coordinate and align group reporting.
9. Update and enhance group accounting policies and internal controls.
10. Represent finance in cross-functional projects such as revenue, restructuring, refinancing, or system initiatives.
About You
11. Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant
12. Prior experience in a group financial reporting position, with a track record of producing consolidated annual reports and accounts
13. Deep technical accounting knowledge-strong expertise in IFRS and PLC-level disclosures
14. Proficiency in consolidation systems and strong Excel skills
15. Confident in engaging with senior stakeholders
16. Proactive self-starter who delivers on deadlines and communicates clearly and effectively
Salary & Benefits
17. £65,000 - £75,000 annual salary
18. Car allowance (circa £5,000)
19. Annual bonus
20. Hybrid working; 3 days on site, 2 days from home
21. 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
22. Health cash plan
23. Private medical insurance
24. Pension scheme
25. On site parking
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.