Head of Group Reporting - Interim (3-6 Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Coventry (hybrid, about 3 days a week on site) Contract: 3-6 months, immediate start Churchill Howard is recruiting an interim Head of Group Reporting for a well-known listed group in Coventry. You'll lead the group's financial reporting through a busy period, keeping the external reporting cycle on track and the team supported. The role Lead the preparation of Group and subsidiary financial statements under IFRS, including the annual report and the half-year and quarterly reporting Manage the external audit process and be the main point of contact for the audit team Take the lead on complex technical accounting matters, write technical papers, and present conclusions to senior stakeholders and the auditors Work with commercial and operational teams on areas such as revenue recognition, capitalisation of assets and IFRS 16 Review balance sheet reconciliations, journals and key period-end controls Manage and support a team of around eight in the financial reporting function Help optimise a recently implemented ERP system and develop how AI is used in reporting Deputise for the Group Financial Controller when needed About you Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA), ideally ICAEW or ICAS Recent technical financial reporting experience in a listed (PLC) environment, including exposure to FRC matters Strong IFRS knowledge and confident working with external auditors Hands-on leader who can manage a team and still roll their sleeves up Clear communicator who's comfortable with senior stakeholders
Head of Group Reporting - 3 - 6m FTC employer: Churchill Howard Limited
Join a dynamic and supportive finance team in Birmingham, where your newly qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA status will be valued and nurtured. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and exposure to diverse financial projects. With a focus on accuracy and innovation, we offer a rewarding environment for you to develop your skills while contributing to meaningful financial reporting.
