Group Reporting Manager

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled finance professional to lead their group reporting and management accounting functions. This role offers the chance to work closely with a high-caliber Senior Leadership Team and contribute to the professionalization of the finance function during a transformative period. You will oversee monthly reporting processes, manage relationships with external auditors, and guide junior team members. With a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in management accounting or group reporting experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of Group monthly reporting and consolidation of management accounts.
• Lead and mentor junior team members while ensuring compliance with Group policies.
• Main contact for Group UK Audit and manage relationships with finance teams.

Skills

Management Accounting

Group Reporting

Advanced Excel

Financial Analysis

Working Capital Analysis

Education

CIMA Qualified

ACCA Qualified

ACA Qualified

Job description

• A PE backed business which is going through a period of change and growth
• A high calibre Senior Leadership Team to learn from

About Our Client

My client, a circa £150 million turnover Private Equity backed Manufacturing business received investment 2 years ago and is going through a period of change and growth and professionalising their Finance function.

Job Description

• Ownership of Group monthly reporting process and liaising with each entity's Finance teams to ensure group reporting timelines are met and group results delivered to Senior Management.
• Preparation of Group consolidation management accounts on a monthly basis- P&L, B/Sheet and cashflow statement at entity level (c14 entities in the group)
• Variances to Budget/ Forecast
• Manage Interests on Debt with PE Investors or External banks.
• Manage reporting on debt covenants on a monthly/ quarterly basis
• Working Capital analysis & KPIs by entity and at Group level with variances to Working Capital targets.
• Ownership of 13-week rolling cashflow forecasting process and consolidation of all entities' cashflow forecasts on a weekly basis with reviews with entities' finance teams and CFO.
• Ensure all entities follow Group Accounting policies and reporting of management accounts is in accordance with UK FRS 102.
• Monthly/ quarterly Balance Sheet reviews with entities.
• Control over intercompany balances including the impact on cash and recoverability.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all management information and group reporting.
• Ensure clear reconciliation of management accounts to local stat accounts.
• Main point of contact for Group UK Audit with ownership of the day-to-day liaison with UK auditors and entities' Finance teams ensuring Group audit is delivered in time.
• Work closely with entities' Finance teams, providing financial guidance in line with Group Finance's objectives and support to monitor performance.
• Lead and mentor junior team member providing training and development as necessary.

The Successful Applicant

• CIMA, ACCA and ACA Qualified
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• 3 to 5 years' in management accounting/ group reporting.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary and package, as well as a genuine opportunity to progress and see the business through an exit process in the medium term.