Group Financial Reporting Manager

Fixed Term Contract until February 2027 Role Purpose: To prepare Group consolidated financial information, which accurately reflects the performance of the group, for inclusion in internal board reporting and external reporting to the market using appropriate accounting policies Key Accountabilities: Prepare detailed calculations and analysis and record accounting entries relating to complex areas for use in consolidated reporting Input into the Group's monthly consolidated management accounts to meet report timescales Prepare the Group financial statements and reports for issue to stock exchange Liaise with external auditors on audit of consolidation and group financial statements to ensure successful completion of Group audit Compile disclosure information to support the preparation of individual legal entities statutory financial statements Update accounting policies of the Group and be able to deliver training on the accounting policies to our Finance teams Experience required: Degree calibre, 3 years plus qualified trained Chartered Accountant Strong technical accounting knowledge - IFRS Experience in drafting technical accounting memos and dealing with the external auditor Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines managing multiple priorities Strong Excel skills Robust analytical skills with the ability to research, understand and resolve a wide range of finance issues Robust communication skills Tenacity and determination to ensure goals are achieved