Reports To: Group Finance Director
Location: Paddington, London, UK
Lead the Group Financial Reporting and Control agenda for a fast-growing international business. This role combines technical excellence with strong leadership to deliver high-quality statutory reporting and compliance. Operating in a complex, evolving environment, you will establish robust processes, drive efficiency, and build a scalable financial control framework.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop a high-performing senior accounting team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
Lead the preparation and delivery of Quarterly group and sub-group consolidations which includes multiple entities with foreign currencies and non-controlling interests.
Lead the annual Group audit and ensure successful close-out for all subsidiary business units. Build strong relationships with external auditors for an effective audit process.
Coordinate the preparation and disclosure of the group income tax provision, ensuring accuracy and compliance in the group financial statements.
Lead the preparation and delivery of Group consolidated and subsidiary statutory financial statements under IFRS.
Ownership and oversight of the transactional accounting for various holding companies within the Group
Lead the Group financial reporting and control agenda, ensuring compliance and integrity across all entities.
Provide technical expertise on acquisitions, disposals, restructures, and new standards implementation.
Design and implement robust processes and controls to improve efficiency and scalability.
Functional owner of consolidation software tool including managing and maintenance as well as owner of the Group Chart of Accounts.
Partner with stakeholders to implement ERP, consolidation tools, and financial systems, ensuring strong reporting foundations.
Present high-quality reports and insights to the Audit & Risk Committee and senior leadership.
Maintain a consistent focus on process improvement across the Finance function.
Timely and accurate completion of Group and subsidiary financial statements with minimal audit adjustments.
Successful implementation of ERP and supporting systems.
Demonstrated improvement in process efficiency and control environment.
Positive engagement and retention within the senior accounting team.
ACA/CA/CPA qualified (Big 4/top-tier background preferred) with 6+ years in technical accounting and Group financial reporting.
Proven ability to lead and inspire senior finance professionals.
Expert knowledge of IFRS; US GAAP experience highly desirable.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in ambiguity.
Track record of driving efficiency and implementing scalable processes.
