Interim Contract – up to 6 months
We are supporting a large, complex UK financial services group in appointing an experienced Interim Head of Financial Reporting. This is a high‑profile leadership role with responsibility for external financial reporting, statutory accounts, and audit oversight across a multi‑entity group.
The Role
Audit & Financial Statements
Lead the end‑to‑end annual external reporting process, ensuring full statutory compliance
Oversee production of consolidated group financial statements and standalone statutory accounts across multiple legal entities
Manage and coordinate group‑wide audit activity, acting as the key contact for external auditors
Own audit planning, timetables and delivery for both consolidated and entity‑level accounts
Review and challenge technical accounting papers and audit support documentation
Coordinate responses to audit findings and drive remediation actions to strengthen the control environment
Internal & Board Reporting
Ensure preparation of relevant reporting for the Board, Audit Committee, auditors and investors
Provide technical insight and clarity on complex accounting matters
Stakeholder Management
Develop strong relationships with Board members, Audit Committee Chairs, investors and senior leadership
Partner closely with wider Finance and local entity teams to ensure alignment and reporting accuracy
Operate confidently at senior level in a high‑pressure, deadline‑driven environment
Candidate Profile
Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA), ideally Big 4 trained
Director / Head of level experience within a complex group structure
Extensive experience managing large and complex audits
Deep technical expertise in IFRS and FRS 102, including group consolidations
Proven experience in multi‑entity environments producing consolidated reports
Strong team leadership capability with experience driving delivery to tight timetables
Comfortable presenting at Board and Audit Committee level
UK Financial Services experience highly desirable; other highly regulated industries will also be considered
Resilient, adaptable and comfortable operating in a changing environment
Why This Role?
This is a critical interim appointment within a sizeable, evolving financial services group. You will play a key role in stabilising, strengthening and delivering statutory reporting and audit processes at a pivotal time. If you are a technically strong, senior reporting leader with insurance or financial services experience and are available at short notice, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
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