Financial Reporting Manager – 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract - Circa £70k
Glasgow / Hybrid (3 days office-based per week)
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated
Financial Reporting Manager
to join their finance team on a
12-month fixed-term contract
(maternity cover). This high-impact role involves leading external reporting and management information for a listed organisation, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and providing clear financial insights to support senior decision-makers.
Working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you'll partner closely with colleagues across finance, operations, and leadership, while also driving system improvements and strengthening financial controls. Occasional travel to their London office (approximately 4–6 times per year) will be required.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver external financial reporting in line with regulatory and listing requirements, including statutory accounts, interim statements, and annual reports.
* Produce and present monthly board packs, management accounts, variance analysis, and key performance metrics.
* Drive improvements within their ERP/finance systems, ensuring robust processes and strong internal controls.
* Manage group consolidation processes, including intercompany reconciliations and adjustments.
* Coordinate external audits, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors.
* Monitor developments in financial reporting standards (IFRS) and ensure ongoing compliance.
* Support tax compliance activities (VAT and corporation tax) in partnership with external advisors.
* Contribute to ad hoc strategic projects such as acquisitions, financing initiatives, and working capital reviews.
* Communicate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.
Leadership Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day guidance and support to the Group Accountant.
* Conduct regular one-to-one meetings to review progress and development.
* Identify training needs and create opportunities for skills growth within the team.
* Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining oversight of quality and deadlines.
* Foster a collaborative, solutions-focused culture across the finance function.
About You
Essential experience:
* ACA-qualified (or equivalent) with strong post-qualification experience.
* Solid IFRS expertise and hands-on preparation of statutory accounts.
* Proven track record in group consolidations and board-level reporting.
* Experience with ERP/finance systems (NetSuite desirable) and driving process improvements.
* Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, SME environment.
Skills & attributes:
* Strong technical knowledge, acting as a subject matter expert on reporting and compliance.
* Detail-oriented yet able to see the bigger picture.
* Proactive, highly organised, and capable of managing competing priorities.
* Analytical, solutions-driven, and collaborative, with confidence presenting insights to senior stakeholders.