Job Description
Gleeson Recruitment Group are exclusively recruiting for a Head of Financial Reporting to join a market-leading organisation based in Birmingham, offering hybrid working, long-term career development, and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
The Opportunity
As the Head of Financial Reporting, you will play a key role in leading the financial reporting function, ensuring high-quality statutory and regulatory reporting, maintaining robust controls, and supporting the wider finance team with technical accounting expertise. This is a high-profile role with regular exposure to senior stakeholders and the executive leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the preparation and delivery of all statutory accounts and financial reports in line with IFRS and UK GAAP.
* Own the group consolidation process and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.
* Manage external audit processes and relationships, ensuring clean audits and timely delivery.
* Provide technical accounting guidance across the business, including support on complex transactions and new standards.
* Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, systems, and internal controls.
* Lead and develop a high-performing team, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.
* Partner with senior leadership on ad-hoc projects, M&A activity, and group finance initiatives.
About You
To be successful in this Head of Financial Reporting role you will possess the following:
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent), ideally trained in a top-tier practice.
* Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
* Proven experience in a senior financial reporting role within a large or complex business.
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence at board and executive level.
* Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.
* Experience with group consolidations and managing audit processes.
* Preferably a degree in accountancy, economics or business.
What's on Offer
* Up to £90,000 base salary
* Bonus scheme and a comprehensive benefits package
* Hybrid working model (2-3 days in Birmingham office)
* A visible, influential role in a market-leading business
* Excellent opportunities for career progression in a dynamic and growing finance function
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