Deputy Head of Reporting

Job Title: Deputy Head of Reporting
Location: West Midlands
Day Rate: Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: ASAP

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategic finance professional to join a large and complex organisation in the West Midlands as Deputy Head of Reporting. This is a pivotal interim role, providing leadership across statutory and regulatory reporting, capital accounting, and tax functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams responsible for statutory, regulatory, and corporate financial reporting.

• Oversee preparation of annual statutory accounts and ensure full compliance with applicable accounting standards.

• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage audit evidence submissions.

• Ensure accurate and timely VAT and corporation tax reporting, working with tax advisors as required.

• Support financial planning, including cash flow forecasting and capital programme oversight.

• Drive continuous improvements in financial systems and processes.

• Provide clear technical accounting guidance and ensure compliance with HE SORP and related standards.

• Deputise for the Head of Reporting as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or CIMA) with substantial post-qualification experience.

• Demonstrated success in managing high-performing finance teams in complex organisations.

• Strong background in statutory reporting and strategic financial management.

• Proficient in financial systems and Excel, with the ability to interpret and present complex data clearly.

• Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience in or with external audit firms is highly desirable.

For further information, please contact John Lavictoire