Group Reporting Manager

Altum Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an Interim Group Reporting Manager in West London. This role involves leading the group month-end close, managing external audits, and preparing Board packs with financial analysis. The successful candidate should be a Qualified Accountant from a top firm with experience in group reporting and audits, a hands-on approach, and excellent communication skills. The position requires on-site work 4 days a week and is available for an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Group Reporting / Consolidations role.
• Demonstrable experience managing audits and dealing with external auditors.
• Experience preparing Board-level reporting and packs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the group month-end close and consolidation process.
• Own the external audit process, acting as the key point of contact for auditors.
• Prepare Board packs, including clear financial commentary and analysis.

Skills

Technical accounting and reporting

Communication with senior stakeholders

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Accountant (Big4/top tier firm)

Job description

Altum Consulting are partnering with a well-established construction business based in West London to appoint an Interim Group Reporting Manager. This role will play a critical part in overseeing group reporting, managing the external audit process, and delivering high-quality financial information to senior stakeholders and the Board.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical reporting and consolidation experience and be comfortable operating in a hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the group month-end close and consolidation process
• Prepare group management accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery
• Own the external audit process, acting as the key point of contact for auditors and coordinating information across the group
• Prepare Board packs, including clear financial commentary and analysis for senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal controls
• Review and improve group reporting processes and controls where appropriate
• Work closely with finance teams across group entities to ensure consistent reporting

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (Big4/top tier firm)
• Proven experience in a Group Reporting / Consolidations role
• Strong technical accounting and reporting background
• Demonstrable experience managing audits and dealing with external auditors
• Experience preparing Board-level reporting and packs
• Hands-on, delivery-focused approach with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator able to engage with senior stakeholders
• Available for an immediate start
• Willing to work 4 days per week on-site in West London

For further information on this new role please contact Jen McMurray on the attached details.