Global Reporting Lead

Informa Group Plc.; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international business in Colchester is seeking an experienced professional for a critical financial reporting role. You will lead the preparation of insightful financial reports, collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, and drive process improvement initiatives using automation tools like Alteryx and TM1. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in financial reporting and strong analytical skills, along with a professional accounting qualification. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Annual leave with additional benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, process improvement, and automation.
• Strong background in financial reporting and data management.
• Proven expertise with automation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports for senior stakeholders.
• Support QPRs, including data collection, analysis, and presentations.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the reporting processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency in automation tools

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA)

Lean Six Sigma or similar certification (preferred)

Tools

Alteryx

TM1

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

At Informa, no two days and no two people are the same, and you'll find the freedom, opportunity and support of a fantastic community to make a real impact.

We’re an international business that connects specialists with knowledge, helping them to learn more, know more and do more through live and on demand events, digital and data-driven services and academic research.

We are home to over 14,000 colleagues across 30 countries and are a member of the UK’s FTSE 100 group of leading public companies.

In Global Support, we provide expert guidance and hands‑on support to the Informa Group and Informa’s many business teams. Across tech, finance, legal, corporate development, HR, communications, operations and many other areas, we work collaboratively and flexibly to help our brands serve their customers and help the company succeed.

Job Description

The Reporting role is critical in delivering strategic insights and supporting decision-making across the organisation. This position is dedicated to producing accurate financial forecasts, analysing key business drivers, and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. A core aspect of the role involves managing and developing the Data MI book, ensuring it serves as a comprehensive resource for actionable insights and informed decision‑making.

The role encompasses ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting Quarterly Performance Reviews (QPRs), driving continuous improvement initiatives, and leveraging automation tools such as Alteryx and TM1 to optimise processes. Additionally, the role is instrumental in advancing financial reporting excellence, supporting senior finance reviews, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial reporting, data management, process optimisation, and automation technologies, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and delivering impactful insights.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate and insightful financial reports for senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to consolidate financial data and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Provide detailed variance analysis, trend insights, and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and internal policies.

Quarterly Performance Reviews (QPRs)

• Support the end‑to‑end process for QPRs, including data collection, analysis, and preparation of presentations.
• Collaborate with senior finance leaders to identify key performance metrics and areas for improvement.
• Develop dashboards and visualisations to effectively communicate financial performance to stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement and Process Optimisation

• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement within financial reporting and related workflows.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of reporting processes.
• Establish and promote best practices for financial reporting and automation, driving continuous improvement across reporting functions.

Alteryx, TM1 Automation, and Technology Integration

• Drive the adoption and optimisation of Alteryx and TM1 tools to streamline data preparation, reporting, and analysis processes.
• Collabore with IT and finance teams to integrate Alteryx and TM1 with existing systems and workflows.
• Develop and maintain Alteryx workflows and TM1 models to automate repetitive tasks, improve data accuracy, and enhance reporting efficiency.
• Monitor automation performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless operations.

People Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to build reporting and automation capabilities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation within the team.
• Provide regular feedback, set clear objectives, and support the professional development of team members.
• Ensure effective resource allocation and workload management to meet deadlines and deliverables.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between senior finance leadership and other business units.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Represent the reporting function in cross‑functional initiatives and projects, driving collaboration and shared success.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, process improvement, and automation.
• Proven expertise with Alteryx, TM1, or similar data automation and financial planning tools.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Expertise in financial reporting standards and best practices.
• Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, TM1) and data visualisation platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders effectively.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and collaboration.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement certification.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timeliness and accuracy of financial reports and QPR deliverables.
• Successful implementation of Alteryx and TM1 tools and process improvements.
• Reduction in manual reporting efforts and increased efficiency.
• Stakeholder satisfaction with reporting insights and recommendations.
• Team engagement and development, including achievement of individual and team goals.

Additional Information

We believe that great things happen when people connect face‑to‑face. That's why we work in‑person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to sayLifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in‑person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company‑funded private medical cover
• A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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