Group Financial Reporting Manager

The roleThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced global company where you’ll leverage your financial reporting knowledge expertise and systems knowledge, while driving forward exciting strategic projects. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and working closely with the CFO, this role partners with senior stakeholders across the business to explain the impact of accounting for customer contracts, leases, and other complex transactions. The role will have 2 direct reports that are experienced qualified accountants.You will be responsible for:Financial ReportingPreparing and reviewing the financial statements and disclosures in accordance with the UK and IFRS reporting requirementsEnsuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial reportingKeeping abreast of changes in UK and IFRS reporting requirements.Leading the assessment and implementation of new and amended accounting standards.Owning and manage the group financial statement preparation from NetSuite to WorkivaOptimising and maintaining the chart of accounts, cost centres, and custom fields in NetSuite.Technical AccountingAccounting for revenue, leases, intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translation.Working with commercial and operational teams to ensure technical considerations are factored into business decisions.Liaising with external auditors on key accounting issues and provide supporting analysis.Developing and maintaining accounting policies, memoranda, and internal guidance manuals.Revenue Accounting Managing the Advanced Revenue Management (ARM) module in NetSuiteOwning and developing IFRS 15 compliant revenue recognition policiesOverseeing the financial accountant that owns the licence, support & maintenance, and royalty revenue accounting and billingEnsuring correct treatment of revenue-related balance sheet accountsPartnering with Sales and Legal on deal structuring providing input from a revenue recognition perspectiveERP Management & OptimisationManaging the month-end close process within NetSuiteLeading projects to optimise NetSuite workflows, reporting, and consolidationDesigning and implementing scalable month end close processesHelping to deliver training and knowledge-sharing on NetSuite and related tools across the finance teamNetSuite experience with implementations or optimisations beneficialAbout youCommitted to making your customers, stakeholders and colleagues successful, you’re an excellent communicator, listener and collaborator who builds trusted partnerships by delivering what you say, when you say. You’re curious, solutions orientated and a world-class problem solver who constantly seeks opportunities to innovate and achieve the best possible outcome to the highest imaginable standard.You'll have:A curious and solutions-oriented nature, with a strong problem-solving mindset and a focus on continuous improvementProven post qualified experience in financial reporting roles, including technical accounting and financial systems experience.Experience working in a multi-entity, multi-currency group environment.Strong understanding of IFRS and its application in a group environment.Strong analytical skills and the ability to present complex information clearly.Big 4 or top tier accounting firm background strongly preferredProven track record of producing high-quality deliverables with thorough documentation supporting audit-ready deliverables.Experience optimising NetSuite to enhance financial reporting, financial operations, and internal controls.Who we areImagination is a UK-based company that creates silicon and software IP designed to give its customers an edge in competitive global technology markets. Its GPU and AI technologies enable outstanding power, performance, and area (PPA), fast time-to-market, and lower total cost of ownership. Products based on Imagination IP are used by billions of people across the globe in their smartphones, cars, homes, and workplaces.We need your skills to help us continue to deliver technology that will impress the industry and our customers alike, ensuring that people everywhere can enjoy smarter and faster tech than ever before.So come join us if you're wanting that something moreBring your talent, curiosity and expertise and we’ll help you do the rest. You’ll be part of one of the world’s most exciting companies who are one of the leaders in semiconductor IP solutions.As a part of our team, you can help us transform, innovate, and inspire the lives of millions through our technology.Additional informationIf you encounter accessibility barriers in the application process or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please email