Head of Accounting & Reporting – UK Leader (On-site)

FryerMiles Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK business is seeking a Head of Accounting based in Marlow. This pivotal role involves leading the accounting and reporting team, managing financial controls, and ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. The successful candidate will have over 7 years of PQE, be a qualified accountant, and possess strong SAP knowledge. Professional-level Spanish is mandatory. This is an on-site position offering a salary of up to £70k plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE in accounting and finance leadership roles.
• Experience managing accounting teams of 12-15+.
• Strong understanding of UK & international accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Accounting Team.
• Drive improvements in monthly and annual reporting.
• Oversee UK reporting for the business and group.
• Manage cashflow and forecasting tools.
• Ensure compliance in statutory audits.
• Strengthen controls and financial governance.
• Partner with payroll for reconciliations.
• Implement systems and automation improvements.
• Support M&A projects and financial due diligence.
• Simplify UK legal entity structures.

Skills

Leadership

Process improvement

SAP knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Spanish (professional level)

Education

Qualified Accountant (CA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

A major UK business is seeking a Head of Accounting based in Marlow. This pivotal role involves leading the accounting and reporting team, managing financial controls, and ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. The successful candidate will have over 7 years of PQE, be a qualified accountant, and possess strong SAP knowledge. Professional-level Spanish is mandatory. This is an on-site position offering a salary of up to £70k plus benefits.