Finance Manager - Group Reporting

Jobs4; Cononley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car / Allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension with up to 8% employer contrib

Wellbeing days

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Bailey seeks a Finance Manager to lead Group reporting and deliver clear, insightful financial communications to senior stakeholders in Leeds. You will strengthen the reporting cycle, coordinate board papers, and influence governance with strong analytical and presentation skills.

The role requires ACA/ACCA qualification, experience in group reporting, and the ability to translate complex data into concise messages.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or recently qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with practice or industry experience.
• Experience preparing reports for senior or non-specialist audiences.
• Familiarity with group reporting or multi-entity environments is advantageous.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into clear messages.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Transform complex financial and business information into clear, engaging reports and presentations for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Prepare and coordinate Board, committee, and senior management papers, along with supporting analysis.
• Support reporting and communications to shareholders and the wider Bailey family.
• Prepare monthly consolidated management accounts and associated reporting.
• Analyze Group financial performance, including commentary and risk/opportunity analysis.
• Assist in the Group forecasting and budgeting process.
• Coordinate and manage the year‑end audit process, including liaising with divisional finance teams and external auditors.
• Prepare and review audit deliverables and supporting documentation.
• Support the preparation of Group statutory accounts and technical accounting papers.
• Work with stakeholders to improve the quality, consistency, and efficiency of reporting.
• Identify and implement practical process and reporting improvements.

Skills

Reporting

Group reporting

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Finance Manager – Group Reporting!

Location: Leeds

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Up to £55,000 (depending on experience) + Flexible Benefits

About the Role

Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? We’re looking for a dynamic Finance Manager to join our Group Finance team. In this highly visible role, you’ll play a crucial part in delivering financial reporting and communications to senior management, the Board, and our valued stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will blend strong technical accounting and analytical skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly. You’ll support and develop the Group's reporting cycle while contributing to strategic, reporting, and governance-related activities.

Your Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Transform complex financial and business information into clear, engaging reports and presentations for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Prepare and coordinate Board, committee, and senior management papers, along with supporting analysis.
• Support reporting and communications to shareholders and the wider Bailey family.
• Prepare monthly consolidated management accounts and associated reporting.
• Analyze Group financial performance, including commentary and risk/opportunity analysis.
• Assist in the Group forecasting and budgeting process.
• Coordinate and manage the year‑end audit process, including liaising with divisional finance teams and external auditors.
• Prepare and review audit deliverables and supporting documentation.
• Support the preparation of Group statutory accounts and technical accounting papers.
• Work with stakeholders to improve the quality, consistency, and efficiency of reporting.
• Identify and implement practical process and reporting improvements.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate is likely to be a newly qualified or recently qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with experience in practice or industry. You should demonstrate:

• Experience preparing reports and presentations for senior or non‑specialist audiences.
• Familiarity with Group reporting, consolidations, or multi‑entity environments (advantageous).
• The ability to translate complex financial information into clear messages.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• A keen attention to detail and pride in producing high‑quality work.
• Confidence in working with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet challenging deadlines.

This role is perfect for someone making their first move from practice into industry, especially those with backgrounds in Audit, Financial Reporting, Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, or Technical Accounting.

Why Join Us?

We offer a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Company Car / Allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell leave
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
• Wellbeing days and volunteer days
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits including dental insurance, gym memberships, GAYE scheme, travel insurance, and tax‑free bikes

Next Steps

We’re committed to building a culture where everyone is included, treated fairly, and with respect. Our recruitment process reflects this commitment, and we’ll provide you with all the information you need ahead of time.

If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have been awarded Gold Standard in the Armed Forces Covenant.

About Us

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we take pride in our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across various sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative and forward‑thinking approach allows us to engage in groundbreaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

We value progression and ensure that when you join us, you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support to help you be the best you can be.