FTSE 250 | International Technology Business
Location: Central London (Hybrid)
Baker Charles is partnering with a leading FTSE 250 business to recruit an Interim Head of Group Reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, growing international business in a senior and highly visible finance leadership role.
Working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, the successful candidate will take ownership of the Group's external reporting, technical accounting and financial control framework. This is a broad and varied role extending beyond traditional Group Reporting, with responsibility for cashflow forecasting, liquidity, capital allocation and strategic projects, alongside significant exposure to the Board and Audit Committee.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation of the Group's annual and half-year IFRS financial statements and annual report.
- Manage external audits, statutory reporting across international subsidiaries and Audit Committee reporting.
- Act as the Group's technical accounting lead, advising on complex IFRS matters and accounting judgements.
- Own Group cashflow forecasting, providing insight into liquidity, working capital and capital allocation.
- Oversee accounting policies, financial controls and Provision 29 requirements.
- Partner with senior stakeholders on acquisitions, systems improvements and strategic projects.
- Lead and develop the Group Reporting team, driving improvements in processes and reporting.
Our Client are looking for a technically strong and commercially minded qualified accountant (CAANZ/ACA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience, extensive IFRS expertise and a strong background in Group Reporting within a listed business. You will have excellent technical accounting knowledge, strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, and the confidence to engage with senior executives, auditors and the Audit Committee. The role will suit someone who combines technical rigor with commercial awareness, enjoys a fast-paced environment and is comfortable taking both a strategic and hands‑on approach.
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Interim Head of Reporting employer: Baker Charles
Baker Charles offers an exceptional work environment for the Hybrid Commercial Finance Leader, where innovation and strategic thinking are highly valued. Located in the vibrant city of London, employees benefit from a dynamic culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth, alongside competitive remuneration and opportunities to engage with senior leadership on impactful projects within the luxury consumer sector.
