At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead group financial reporting and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Company: Dynamic finance team in a growing corporate environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £80,000 plus benefits and immediate impact opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a high-profile role and collaborate with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting expertise and reporting experience.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Manchester
Contract: Interim Fixed Term Contract - 18 month assignment
Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager to join our client's finance leadership team at short notice. This is a critical role responsible for overseeing group financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting key business and statutory reporting requirements during a period of change and growth. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with exceptional technical accounting expertise, strong reporting credentials, and the ability to quickly establish credibility with senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and review of consolidated monthly, quarterly and annual Group financial reporting.
- Manage the Group consolidation process, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of financial information.
- Prepare and review statutory accounts for UK and international entities where applicable.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP accounting standards.
- Act as the technical accounting lead, providing guidance on complex accounting issues and transactions.
- Support the year-end audit process and manage relationships with external auditors.
- Review and implement new accounting standards and reporting requirements.
- Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations and financial controls.
- Support acquisitions, disposals and corporate restructuring activities from a financial reporting perspective.
- Partner with senior finance and business stakeholders to provide high-quality financial insights and reporting.
- Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen reporting efficiency and control.
About You
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified accountant.
- Significant experience in Group Financial Reporting within a large corporate or complex multi-entity environment.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge with proven expertise in IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Previous experience preparing consolidated financial statements and statutory accounts.
- Background in practice (Big 4 or Top 10) combined with industry experience is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of audit processes and stakeholder management.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Available to start at short notice or immediately.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of £80,000 + bens.
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high profile finance role.
- Exposure to senior leadership and strategic finance initiatives.
Group Financial Accountant in Manchester employer: Resourcery Group
Join a dynamic finance leadership team in Manchester as a Group Financial Accountant, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial reporting during a period of growth. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that values employee development and offers competitive salaries alongside attractive benefits. With opportunities to engage with senior stakeholders and influence strategic initiatives, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their career.
