The role
combines strategic leadership with hands‑on technical expertise, covering financial accounting, group reporting, technical accounting, financial controls and governance across multiple business units. You will be instrumental in building and developing a high‑performing team, embedding robust processes, and establishing a consistent reporting framework that aligns with the expectations of a listed organisation.
You will partner closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk and Operations, taking ownership of key accounting policies, IFRS compliance and the integration of newly acquired entities. This position also plays a central role in driving transformation initiatives, including systems improvements and finance process optimisation, ensuring the shared service develops into a true Centre of Excellence
What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will be a technically strong, qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA with significant experience in financial accounting, reporting and technical governance within a complex or listed group environment. You will bring a proven track record of developing and leading high‑performing teams and will be confident operating in a newly created function where processes, structures and ways of working are being built for the first time. Success will also require strong project leadership capability, excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate effectively and credibly at senior levels. Experience within a fast‑paced, acquisitive or transformation‑driven organisation would be highly beneficial.
What you'll get in return
Joining at this early stage in the organisation's transformation provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of its accounting and reporting function. You will have full visibility across Group Finance and the Executive Leadership Team, with the scope to build a best‑in‑class shared service that has a lasting impact on the business. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package and long‑term career development opportunities within a forward‑thinking, ambitious and growing organisation.