- Lead the monthly Group consolidation process in Oracle FCCS
- Prepare supporting schedules and gather balance sheet analytical commentary on working capital movements
- Line manage, coach, and mentor Group Financial Accountants based in Manchester
- Account for complex acquisitions, disposals, and one-off corporate transactions
- Assist with delivering the Group’s Annual Report accurately and on time across Year End and Half Year reporting periods
- Manage relationships with ITV subsidiaries globally and guide international teams on group reporting requirements
- Manage and deliver FCCS consolidation-system training for new finance team members
- Prepare timely forecasts, budgets, and 5-year plans for relevant Group reporting areas
- Maintain relationships with Group Tax, Group Treasury, and Group FP&A
- Drive process and system improvements across the consolidation and reporting framework
- Provide temporary cover for BAU activities during a period of strategic change following the announced separation of the M&E division
Requirements
- Must be a fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with extensive Post-Qualification Experience (PQE)
- Hands-on experience using the Oracle FCCS consolidation system
- Proven background in multi-currency group consolidations for large corporate entities
- Experience accounting for complex corporate transactions
- Expert working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Proven experience line managing, coaching, and developing a team of finance professionals
- Demonstrated experience working at a fast pace within a highly challenging, moving environment
- Previous experience handling large-scale corporate transactions and divestments
- Strong influencing skills and ability to manage trusted relationships across global stakeholders and subsidiaries
- Proven ability to identify, design, and drive system and process improvements
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Alignment with ITV behaviours—Digital Mindset, Creativity & Innovation, Be Agile, Clarity & Pace, Collaboration, and Cultivating Resilience
- Regular travel to Manchester may be required depending on location
- Longer working hours may be required during critical reporting cycles
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in leading group financial consolidations using Oracle FCCS, managing complex corporate transactions, and ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Proven ability to mentor finance professionals and drive process improvements while maintaining strong relationships with global stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Oracle FCCS Consolidation System
- International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Line Management and Team Development
- Multi-Currency Group Consolidations
- Process Improvement
Hard Skills
- Financial Consolidation
- Corporate Transactions Accounting
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Analytical Commentary Preparation
- Financial Reporting
Soft Skills
- Influencing Skills
- Relationship Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Agility in Fast-Paced Environments
- Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
- ACA
- ACCA
Industry Keywords
- Group Financial Accounting
- Corporate Transactions
- Group Reporting
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
- Group Tax
- Group Treasury
Tools & Technologies
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
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