Group Financial Reporting Manager

Solid State Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial solutions provider in England seeks a Group Financial Reporting Manager to oversee financial reporting and improve processes. Candidates should be ACA qualified with a minimum of 2 years' experience and strong IFRS knowledge. This role offers hybrid working and competitive benefits, contributing to a high-performance finance team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Development opportunities

Employee Share Scheme after 12 months

Access to Corporate Healthcare Plan

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience.
• Experience in financial consolidation.
• Solid understanding of internal control environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of accountants for reporting.
• Implement new accounting standards.
• Enhance financial processes.

Skills

Technical accounting experience (IFRS)

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

ACA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

The Role

As the Group Financial Reporting Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role within our Group Finance department. You will oversee a team of accountants and manage both our internal and external reporting. Your responsibilities will include the monthly consolidation process, ownership of the Group s financial reporting procedures, and the critical implementation of new accounting standards. Working closely with the Group Financial Controller, you will also be tasked with enhancing our financial processes and providing expert IFRS advice as we embark on exciting transformation initiatives.

Hours of Work: Full-time Hybrid - flexible hours/working could be supported

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of accountants and manage internal and external reporting
• Own the monthly consolidation process
• Own and maintain the Group’s financial reporting procedures
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards
• Collaborate with the Group Financial Controller to enhance financial processes
• Provide expert IFRS advice during transformation initiatives

What we are looking for

• ACA qualified (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience
• Experience in financial consolidation
• Strong technical accounting experience IFRS (preferably audit background)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Focus on accuracy and meeting tight external deadlines
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a proactive approach to change
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Solid understanding of internal control environments; PLC and international experience is advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in improving financial processes and documentation
• Highly analytical and numerate
• A continuous improvement mindset with a drive for operational excellence

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays increasing with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Salary Sacrifice Pension 5% employee, 4% employer
• 4 x Salary Death In Service Cover
• Development opportunities relevant to your role
• Enrolled in Employee Share Scheme following 12 months service (at annual enrolment date)
• Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme, including:
• Corporate Healthcare Plan
• Employee Assistance program
• Wellbeing App
• Discount scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Retail and travel discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV scheme

Who We Are

At Solid State PLC, we are committed to delivering exceptional financial solutions and reporting mechanisms that foster growth and transparency. Join us in our mission to set new standards in financial excellence, while being part of a talented team that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

If you think you are suitable for this Group Financial Reporting Manager role, please apply now!