IRIS Software Group is a leading global provider of mission-critical software and services, supporting over 100,000 customers across 135 countries. We are now looking for a technical accounting specialist to join our Group Finance team as Finance Manager The Role This is a key position within Group Finance, where you will act as the technical accounting lead, ensuring high quality, compliant financial reporting across a complex, multi-entity international business. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Group Financial Controller, supporting M&A activity, complex transactions, and Group reporting. Key Responsibilities * Provide expert guidance on IFRS accounting standards across the Group (including IFRS 3, 9, 15, 16 and IAS 36/38) * Prepare technical accounting papers and policy documentation to support key decisions and audit requirements * Lead the accounting for acquisitions, including purchase price allocation and integration * Support the preparation of consolidated financial statements and statutory accounts * Monitor changes in IFRS and ensure timely implementation across the business * Partner with finance teams globally to enhance technical capability and consistency * Act as a key contact for external auditors on technical matters About You * ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified * Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS) * Experience within a large or complex group environment, ideally with exposure to practice (Big 4 / Top 10 preferred) * Experience in M&A accounting and group reporting * Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear guidance * Proactive, detail focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Why IRIS? * Join one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies * Work on high impact, strategic finance initiatives * Be part of a business with a strong acquisition and growth agenda * Hybrid working with flexibility built in * Recognised as a Great Place to Work, with multiple industry awards Please note: We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore we recommend you apply as soon as possible
