Head of Group Financial Reporting

A market leading global Plc group are looking a technically strong interim Head of Group Financial Reporting for an initial period of 6 months. This role will take ownership of complex multi currency consolidation and group financial reporting requirements. This is a fantastic interim opportunity to join an acquisitive group. The finance function is experiencing a transformation including entity integration, process improvements and systems implementations.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for complex multicurrency consolidations
• Lead the accurate and timely completion of external financial reporting
• Production of subsidiary Statutory Accounts for all legal entities.
• Responsible for the planning and execution of the annual and interim audit timetables and management of the auditors to ensure a smooth and timely process.
• Supporting the Group Financial Controller in preparing papers for the Board and Audit Committee.
• Responsible for the implementation of changes to IFRS across the Group.
• Preparation and approval co-ordination of proposed new accounting policies.
• Review and preparation of the going concern, investment appraisal and goodwill models.
• Management of the share-based payment calculations related to various SAYE and share option schemes.
• Responsible for the correct reporting of intangible assets, both acquired and internally developed capitalised expenditure.
• Technical lead for acquisition accounting and support in the integration of newly acquired businesses and the impact on reporting.
• Support project on legal structure rationalisation and simplification.
• Support the transformation team to ensure successful implementation of the ERP system into the Group reporting requirements.

Person Requirements:

• Proven experience in leading a Group Finance team of a multinational listed company
• In-depth expertise in consolidation processes and financial reporting.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ICAEW or equivalent).
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of management.
• Proactive and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced environment and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Proven experience with diverse financial systems and technologies.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and excellence in all tasks

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