Head of Group Reporting

Head of Group Reporting

FTSE 250 Retailer

£110,000 - £125,000 + up to 40% bonus & incredible benefits

Central London offices

Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2wfh

My client are seeking a skilled professional in Group and Statutory Reporting, with proven expertise in delivering accurate and timely Group consolidations in complex, multi-currency environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of approximately four qualified accountants in Group Reporting
• Oversee the multi-currency IFRS consolidation process and monthly management reporting for the Group
• Manage the planning and execution of interim and year-end external reporting and audits, including preliminary announcements and the Annual Report, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and disclosure requirements, while serving as the main liaison with external auditors
• Handle all technical aspects of the Group's financial statements, including dual reporting (IAS 17/IFRS 16), impairment reviews, and foreign exchange matters, while providing expertise on complex accounting issues
• Contribute to the preparation of Board and Audit Committee papers
• Supervise the production of subsidiary statutory accounts for all legal entities
• Oversee monthly accounting and reporting for the Group's holding companies
• Take ownership of the Group's accounting policies and procedures, coordinating the implementation of new policies and accounting standards such as IFRS 18
• Manage the Group's legal entity structure, including capital arrangements and monitoring distributable reserves
• Play an active role in the development of ESG/sustainability reporting capabilities
• Participate in ad hoc projects, providing support to both the Group finance and business unit finance teams

About You:

• ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive post-qualification experience, ideally in a listed Group function
• Proven experience in multi-currency Group consolidation and listed company reporting, with a strong background in leading teams
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet tight deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in finance systems and Excel, with the ability to manipulate and present complex financial data
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, UK statutory accounts, and relevant disclosure requirements, including IFRS 16
• Confident and effective communicator, capable of building relationships and presenting financial information clearly and concisely
• Proactive and self-motivated with a keen interest in taking ownership of projects and responsibilities