Group Reporting Advisor

Simpson Judge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Judge is seeking a Group Reporting Advisor to join its Group Reporting & Consolidation function in London. You will own the end-to-end reporting process for group and subsidiary entities, act as the IFRS 16 expert, and lead preparation of shareholder packs with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

The role requires a qualified accountant with 5+ years in financial reporting within large multi-entity environments, strong IFRS expertise, and proven ability to engage with auditors and

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ experience in financial reporting.
• Experience in group reporting and consolidation within large multi-entity environments.
• Strong IFRS knowledge, including IFRS 16 Leases.
• Experience liaising with external auditors and managing audit processes.
• Ability to communicate complex accounting matters to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of shareholder financial reporting packs, including quarterly reporting and investor-related requirements.
• Own the end-to-end preparation of group and subsidiary statutory financial statements, from initial preparation through to final submission.
• Act as the internal IFRS16 specialist, providing technical guidance and ensuring consistent application across the business.
• Support deferred tax calculations and assessment of group tax balances in line with IAS 12.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and key internal stakeholders across jurisdictions.
• Support group consolidation activities, audit processes, and wider external reporting requirements.
• Monitor and evidence compliance with financial covenants and reporting obligations.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, automate processes, and improve reporting efficiency.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Financial reporting

Group consolidation

IFRS 16 Leases

External audit liaison

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Multi-entity / international exposure

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Base salary £70,000 to £90,000 p.a. dependent on experience

About the Opportunity

A leading international organisation is seeking a Group Reporting Advisor to join its growing Group Reporting & Consolidation function. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong technical reporting experience to take ownership of key external reporting processes within a complex, multi-entity environment.

The Role

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role suited to an experienced reporting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing challenging deadlines, solving complex accounting issues, and driving improvements across reporting processes.

You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality reporting outputs while supporting the continued development and optimisation of the Group Reporting function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of shareholder financial reporting packs, including quarterly reporting and investor-related requirements.
• Own the end-to-end preparation of group and subsidiary statutory financial statements, from initial preparation through to final submission.
• Act as the internal specialist for IFRS 16 lease accounting, providing technical guidance and ensuring consistent application across the business.
• Support deferred tax calculations and assessment of group tax balances in line with IAS 12 requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and key internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support group consolidation activities, audit processes, and wider external reporting requirements.
• Monitor and evidence compliance with financial covenants and reporting obligations.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, automate processes, and improve reporting efficiency.

About You

You will be a technically strong accountant with experience in group reporting and consolidation within a complex organisation. You will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and communicating technical accounting matters clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 5+ years’ experience in financial reporting, ideally within a large group or multi-entity environment.
• Strong knowledge of group consolidation and statutory reporting processes.
• Practical experience applying IFRS standards, particularly IFRS 16 Leases.
• Experience working with external auditors and delivering against tight reporting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
• A proactive approach with an interest in process improvement and automation.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders.
• Experience within a complex international or multi-jurisdictional organisation.
• Exposure to debt reporting, bond covenant compliance, or investor reporting.
• Background within sectors such as energy, infrastructure, natural resources, or other asset-intensive industries.

What’s on Offer

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing finance function, gaining exposure to complex reporting activities, technical accounting challenges, and senior stakeholder engagement.

The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving reporting processes, strengthening controls, and supporting the continued growth of a specialist Group Reporting team.

This is a priority hire for my client, so immediate or short-notice availability is highly advantageous. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and candidates must already be based within a reasonable commuting distance of the City of London offices.