The Group Reporting Manager is responsible for accurate and timely execution of group reporting, consolidation, and close activities. The role operates at the centre of the month‑end close, ensuring high‑quality reporting outputs to support Abcam’s submissions to Danaher and internal leadership on financial accounting and reporting. Lead a small team in a hands‑on capacity with accountability for core record‑to‑report activities, strong ownership of data integrity, and close collaboration with global entity finance teams, FP&A, tax and both internal and external audit.
In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To
* Take ownership of the consolidation, including the preparation and review of group‑level manual journals and adjustment entries.
* Take a lead role on any technical accounting matters, including responsibility for lease accounting for the group (centralised at the head office).
* Lead month‑end close delivery for the group and preparation of accurate group reporting packs for Danaher, under US GAAP.
* Take ownership of statutory audits for UK and Dutch subsidiaries.
* Execute key controls within the group reporting process in line with SOX requirements, ensuring documentation and supporting files meet required control standards.
* Take ownership of Abcam’s consolidation software (Oracle Financial Consolidation and Close Software).
* Drive process improvement, standardisation, and reporting efficiency aligned to DBS principles and partner with global finance teams to ensure data integrity, issue resolution, and high‑quality reporting delivery.
The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include
* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CPA or equivalent), with at least 3 years of post‑qualification experience.
* Strong technical accounting skills, with knowledge of IFRS.
* Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks for multiple stakeholders set to deadlines.
* Experience in group reporting, consolidation, or external reporting.
* Experience with ERP/consolidation systems (e.g., Oracle or similar).
* Exposure to multi‑currency and multinational organisations.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in
* Working in a SOX controlled or listed environment.
* US GAAP accounting and standards.
Abcam, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programmes that add value beyond the job, including health care, paid time off and many other rewards. Benefits information is available on the Danaher portal.
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