## Corporate Reporting ManagerApplylocations: Doxford: Lacon Housetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: May 25, 2026 (9 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR032308Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering approximately 1.6 billion passenger journeys each year. Through buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing business, we proudly connect people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries. Our purpose is simple: to deliver these services in a better way, every day.With strong roots dating back to 1938, an ambitious growth agenda, and a continuously evolving relationship with our shareholder I Squared Capital (acquired in May 2024), this is an exciting time to join Arriva as we shape the next chapter of our journey.We are seeking a **Corporate Reporting Manager** to lead the production, integrity and continuous improvement of Arriva’s core Financial Management Information (MI).This is a highly visible role at the centre of Group Finance, responsible for delivering accurate, timely and insightful reporting to key stakeholders including the CEO, CFO, Executive Committee, Board, shareholder and Business Units.You will work closely with Senior Finance Business Partners and Operating Units across the Group to ensure consistent, high-quality consolidated and sub-consolidated financial reporting that supports decision-making at every level of the organisation.This role will be on a hybrid working basis, a minimum of 3 days per week in either the Sunderland (Doxford) or London (Lacon) office, the rest focusing on where you can best deliver for your customers, whilst still allowing for the required work life balance.**Key responsibilities**You will take ownership of cyclical Financial MI processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency and insight across all reporting cycles, including:* Monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, debt, working capital and key KPI reporting* Issue-based reconciliations and supporting schedules, including links to Treasury liquidity forecasts* Forecasting (bi-annual), annual budgeting and Business Planning processes* Financial Risk & Opportunity reporting, including alignment with enterprise risk reporting where relevant* Order Book reporting and contract-level analysis to support revenue visibility* Supporting analysis for incentive schemes (STI/LTI)* Any additional Group or BU Financial MI requirements as they ariseYou will also play a key leadership role in shaping how Financial MI is delivered—driving consistency, improving processes, and embedding best practice across the function.**What we are looking for**We are looking for a qualified accountant with strong experience in financial reporting, consolidation and management information within a complex, multi-entity organisation.You will bring:* Experience working with financial consolidation/reporting systems such as Tagetik (or similar)* Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and financial reporting tools, with exposure to Power BI or similar platforms* A strong technical understanding of management accounting, financial reporting and performance analysis* The ability to connect and interpret complex data sets, producing clear and insightful Financial MI* Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to deliver to tight and recurring reporting cycles* Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information for senior stakeholders* A proactive, resilient approach with the flexibility to work across a fast-paced, international GroupThis is a key leadership role within Group Finance, offering the opportunity to shape how financial insight is delivered across a major European transport organisation.You will have the autonomy to improve processes, influence reporting standards, and work closely with senior leaders to ensure financial data is not just accurate - but meaningful and actionable.If you enjoy combining technical excellence with continuous improvement and want to make a real impact in a complex, evolving business, this is an opportunity to do exactly that.**The closing date for applications is Sunday 24th May 2026. Arriva Group reserves the right to close this vacancy early.**
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