Financial Reporting Manager

CMA Recruitment Group; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a high-profile international brand as a Financial Reporting Manager in Southampton, coordinating the preparation of financial statements and managing audits. This role offers hybrid working and significant growth opportunities in a dynamic finance team, along with an attractive benefits package.

Benefits

10% management incentive bonus

Private medical insurance (post-probation)

6 weeks paid sickness leave (post-probation)

Discounted international travel programme

Training and development opportunities

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Local bus travel discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with a background in audit or financial reporting.
• Experience with EMEA entities and multi-jurisdiction VAT is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements for EMEA entities.
• Manage year-end audit processes and liaise with external advisors.
• Identify process improvements in reporting and compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS)

Proactive problem-solving

Detail-focused

Confident communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

CMA Recruitment Group is currently partnering with a high-profile international brand within the travel and hospitality sector to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager for their EMEA head office, based in central Southampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic finance team within a globally recognised organisation known for innovation, growth, and an outstanding benefits package. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement and a clear progression pathway in a multinational setting.

What will the Financial Reporting Manager role involve?

• Full responsibility for preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements for multiple EMEA entities.
• Managing the year-end audit process and acting as the key liaison for external advisors and auditors.
• Coordinating and reviewing VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Supporting corporation tax processes including return preparation and payments.
• Providing technical accounting support and guidance to the wider finance team.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements across reporting and compliance functions.

Suitable Candidate for the Financial Reporting Manager vacancy:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent), ideally with a background in audit or financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS).
• Previous experience working with EMEA entities and multi-jurisdiction VAT is highly desirable.
• A confident communicator who can work collaboratively across departments and manage deadlines effectively.
• Proactive, detail-focused, and able to bring a solutions-led approach to technical challenges.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Financial Reporting Manager:

• 10% management incentive bonus.
• Free nearby car parking.
• Private medical insurance (post-probation).
• 6 weeks paid sickness leave (post-probation).
• Discounted international travel programme.
• Training and development.
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
• Local bus travel discounts.

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