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Hakim Group

Financial Reporting Manager

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In-Office
Darwen, Lancashire, England
Entry level
In-Office
Darwen, Lancashire, England
Entry level
Lead finance and accounting integration for newly acquired businesses across the UK and Ireland. Responsibilities include acquisition accounting, purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, statutory reporting, IFRS implementation, tax projects, finance transformation, stakeholder management, onboarding programs, and team leadership. The role also supports acquisition appraisals, process standardization, system implementations, and continuous improvement across the finance function.
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What’s in it for you?

Joining Hakim Group means becoming part of a business that is constantly evolving, growing, and investing in the future.


As our acquisition activity continues to accelerate, we're looking for a Financial Reporting Manager to play a pivotal role in welcoming newly acquired businesses into the Group and ensuring a seamless transition into our people, processes, systems, and culture.


This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical expertise with project leadership, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement.

You will also receive:

In return for your expertise and commitment, we’re offering:

• A competitive salary based on experience and impact.• Access to our employee health plan and financial flexibility fund.• A rewards portal full of exclusive offers and benefits.• A vibrant calendar of team events and celebrations that bring our culture to life.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of a supportive, growing team where accuracy, care, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

As Financial Reporting Manager, you'll lead the successful onboarding and integration of newly acquired businesses into Hakim Group.

Working closely with Finance, Operations, People, IT, and senior stakeholders, you'll ensure acquisitions are integrated efficiently, compliantly, and with minimal disruption to colleagues and customers.

This role combines technical accounting expertise with project management and leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and driving meaningful change.

You'll also play a key role in several finance transformation projects, including IFRS implementation, tax software deployment, and process improvement initiatives across the Group.


Key ResponsibilitiesAcquisition & Integration
  • Lead the accounting and finance workstreams relating to acquisitions and mergers.
  • Manage purchase price allocations and opening balance sheet preparations.
  • Support business combination accounting and acquisition reporting requirements.
  • Work with stakeholders across the Group to deliver successful integration plans.
  • Provide financial insight and support for acquisition appraisals and investment decisions.
  • Ensure newly acquired businesses are successfully embedded into Group systems and processes.
Onboarding
  • Oversee the onboarding of acquired practices across the UK and Ireland.
  • Develop and deliver onboarding programmes tailored to the needs of each acquisition.
  • Build strong relationships with JV partners and practice leaders.
  • Ensure onboarding activities are delivered within agreed timelines.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the onboarding team.
  • Identify opportunities to improve and standardise onboarding processes.
Financial Reporting & Projects
  • Review statutory accounts and support compliance activities.
  • Assist with the Group's transition to IFRS.
  • Support VAT and corporation tax-related projects.
  • Assist with finance transformation initiatives and system implementations.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement projects across the wider finance function.
The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent organisational and leadership skills.

Essential
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting and statutory accounts.
  • Experience working on acquisitions, mergers, or business integrations.
  • Excellent project management and organisational skills.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities.
  • Experience leading or mentoring teams.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Desirable
  • Experience with acquisition accounting and purchase price allocations.
  • Exposure to IFRS implementation projects.
  • Experience working within a multi-site or acquisitive business.
  • Knowledge of VAT and corporation tax processes.
  • Experience supporting finance transformation initiatives.
 What's Next?

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