Senior Manager: Strategic and Reporting in Reading

• Senior Manager: Strategic Finance
• Reading | Hybrid with occasional travel to Newbury
• Day rate contract via umbrella company
• 3 month contract
• You must be available to start immediately
• You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Reporting & Technical Accounting, this role is responsible for providing accounting and project management support on strategic accounting initiatives, particularly following the recent merger and other one-off material transactions.

You will support and prepare elements of financial reporting arising from strategic projects, building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and developing a well-rounded understanding of the business. Strong stakeholder management is essential, as you will work across multiple areas of the business, demonstrating excellent presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and support technical accounting papers under IFRS, including IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16, for one-off and material transactions.
• Support the line manager and stakeholders in delivering accurate, timely, and complete financial reporting for strategic projects.
• Project manage multiple workstreams underpinning strategic reporting initiatives while building sustainable stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate and lead with CFO teams and external advisors to deliver reporting to internal and external stakeholders efficiently.
• Challenge external advisors to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Support process improvements, reporting automation, and initiatives that drive better business outcomes.
• Ensure outputs meet internal and external quality standards and audit requirements.

Job Requirements & Experience:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, with proven experience in large finance functions.
• In-depth technical knowledge of IFRS, particularly IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16.
• Experience in fast-paced, dynamic environments, preferably in telcos or large listed group structures.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, automation, and process improvements.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proactive and credible delivery of complex project work.

Technical Expertise:

• Financial reporting under IFRS (and UK GAAP advantageous).
• Coordination of audits and provision of high-quality supporting documentation.
• Strategic management accounting and financial modelling to support business decisions.
• Planning, organising, and prioritising complex tasks and workstreams effectively.

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