Group Financial Reporting Manager

Hyve Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyve Group in London is seeking a Group Financial Reporting Manager to ensure the integrity of external reporting and serve as the technical accounting lead for the Group. You will work with finance teams across the business to deliver accurate reporting, drive improvements in processes, and support strategic decision-making.

This is an excellent leadership opportunity to broaden your role within Group Finance and develop into a wider finance remit while overseeing statutory statements, IFRS/UK

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification and professional accounting status.
• Strong IFRS and UK GAAP knowledge with practical application.
• 3+ years post-qualification experience in financial reporting or external audit.
• Collaborative leadership style with relationship-building across the business.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of the Group's statutory financial statements and external reporting.
• Act as the technical accounting expert for IFRS, UK GAAP and complex transactions.
• Manage the annual external audit as primary liaison with auditors.
• Lead and develop the Financial Reporting team and drive improvement culture.
• Improve reporting processes through automation and standardisation.
• Review entity reporting, intercompany accounts and statutory accounts for compliance.
• Act as deputy to the Group Financial Controller and shape future reporting.

Skills

Strong technical accounting

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

We're Hyve - organiser of the world's fastest-growing and most forward-thinking B2B events. As the chosen event partner to many of the world's leading companies, our platforms play a critical role in their strategies - helping them enter new markets, accelerate growth and connect with the people who matter most.

Our portfolio features some of the world's leading events in sectors like ecommerce, healthcare, edtech, and fintech. We're growing fast with an entrepreneurial culture that empowers big ideas and quick action, plus an ambitious acquisition strategy bringing exciting new events into our mix.

Alongside our market-leading events, we're building tech and data-driven products that supercharge connections - from one-to-one meeting programs and curated table talks to year-round engagement platforms.

Whatever your role, you'll join a global team redefining how industries connect, collaborate, and grow - working with some of the most talented people in the business.

Think that sounds good? Wait until our talent acquisition team tells you about the culture.

A bit about you

First things first: whatever your background, beliefs or ambitions, there's a culture of belonging at Hyve - and everyone is welcome. The question isn’t where you've come from, but where you want to go.

You'll thrive here if you're curious, collaborative and not afraid to challenge convention. We look for people who take pride in what they do, who are excited by change and always moving forward. The kind of people who stay open, keep learning, and look for better ways to make an impact.

Our shared behaviours guide how we work: we dare to do things differently, own our work, embrace collaboration, stay true to ourselves and others, and remember that optimism wins.

If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

A bit about the role

This role reports to: Group Financial Controller

Location: London, UK (Hybrid)

As Group Financial Reporting Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the integrity of Hyve's external financial reporting while acting as the technical accounting lead for the Group. You'll work closely with finance teams across the business to deliver accurate reporting, drive improvements in financial processes and support strategic decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to broaden their leadership experience and develop into a wider Group Finance role over time.

As part of your job, you'll:

• Lead the preparation of the Group's statutory financial statements and support the delivery of high-quality external financial reporting.
• Act as the technical accounting expert for the Group, providing guidance on IFRS, new accounting standards and complex transactions.
• Manage the annual external audit, acting as the primary contact for auditors and ensuring a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Lead, coach and develop the Financial Reporting team, creating a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and high performance.
• Work closely with finance teams across the Group to improve the quality, consistency and efficiency of financial reporting processes.
• Review legal entity reporting, intercompany accounting and statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with Group policies and accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes through automation, standardisation and enhanced use of finance systems.
• You'll also act as deputy to the Group Financial Controller, supporting the wider Group Finance function and helping shape the future of financial reporting at Hyve.

Here's what we're looking for from you

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA preferred, ACCA or equivalent considered) with strong technical accounting knowledge. Minimum three years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in financial reporting, statutory reporting or external audit within a complex or multi-entity organisation.
• Strong understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (UK GAAP).
• A collaborative leader who enjoys developing people and building strong relationships across the business.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities while delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with an interest in improving processes and embracing new technologies.

You’ll know you're successful when

• The Group's statutory reporting and annual audit are delivered accurately and on schedule.
• Financial reporting processes become more efficient, consistent and automated across the Group.
• Strong relationships are built across Finance and the wider business, supporting better decision-making and continued development of the Financial Reporting team.