Senior Group Finance Manager (Interim) in Castleford

Axon Moore are supporting a large international business based in West Yorkshire in the appointment of a Senior Group Finance Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role within the Group Finance function, supporting senior leadership in delivering high-quality financial reporting, driving process improvements and ensuring robust financial governance across a complex international business.

The key roles and responsibilities for this person will include:

• Delivery and execution of accurate Group consolidated financial and management reporting on a monthly basis
• Leading the annual Group budgeting process, including consolidation, analysis and reporting
• Managing Group statutory reporting in accordance with IFRS and supporting the external audit process
• Overseeing financial reporting, accounting and tax compliance for Head Office holding companies
• Supporting the implementation and development of financial reporting systems and driving reporting process improvements
• Business partnering with finance teams across multiple international entities, providing insight and challenge on business performance
• Managing and developing a small Group Finance team, supporting performance and professional development
• Producing insightful financial analysis and commentary to support executive decision-making
• Supporting ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the Group

The ideal candidate requirements for this role will include the following:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience of Group consolidations and IFRS reporting
• Previous experience within a Group Finance function in a complex international organisation
• Proven people management skills with the ability to develop and mentor team members
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with the confidence to communicate across multiple functions and international locations
• A proactive approach with the ability to identify opportunities to improve reporting, controls and processes

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established global business in a highly visible role, offering significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence the continued development of the Group Finance function. If you feel you have the required skills and experience for this role, please apply ASAP.