Head of External Reporting

Rentokil Pest Control South Africa; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Finance Leader to provide strategic financial guidance and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This pivotal role involves managing financial reporting processes, leading a talented team, and engaging with various stakeholders, including external auditors and Treasury teams. The company promotes a hybrid working environment and values diversity, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and authenticity, where your contributions will significantly impact the financial integrity and success of the group.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme

23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in service benefit

Healthcare

Free parking

Qualifications

• Significant experience in FTSE 100/250 audit and Group Finance.
• Experience in SEC reporting and SOX controls.

Responsibilities

• Overall project management of financial statements for interim and annual reports.
• Managing external audit processes and relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Technical Accounting Standards

Financial Reporting

SEC Reporting

SOX Controls

Project Management

Education

ACA / ACCA Qualified Accountant

Job description

Job Title: Technical Finance Leader

You will provide technical finance leadership for the Group, working closely with stakeholders from FP&A, Tax, Treasury front office, Investor Relations, Communications, and Legal teams. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with technical accounting standards and Group accounting policies while considering the commercial realities of the business.

1. Overall project management of the production of the financial statements sections of the Interim Results and Preliminary Announcement, together with the Annual Report and Accounts and Form 20-F filed with the SEC.
2. Managing the external audit process and relationships with key stakeholders.
3. Providing thought leadership on key technical accounting judgments and ensuring the development and integrity of the Group accounting policies, in compliance with IFRS and other relevant legislation.
4. Playing a key role in ESG reporting.
5. Responsibility for the back-office Treasury team.
6. Ensuring the design and effective operation of the ‘Group’ SOX controls.
7. Managing and developing the Group Financial Reporting team (5 direct/indirect reports) and the back-office Treasury team.

Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA qualified accountant with significant experience working on a FTSE 100 / 250 audit, followed by experience in the Group Finance team of a FTSE 100/250 company.
• Experience of SEC reporting.
• Experience working on SOX controls.
• Experience leading or managing a back-office Treasury team (preferred).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working.
• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme.
• 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Death in service benefit.
• Healthcare.
• Free parking.

At Rentokil Initial, we value diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. If you have any specific needs or requirements during the recruitment process, please communicate them to us. For support, contact ([e-mail]).

Be yourself in your application! We value innovation and authenticity. Show your passion and understanding of the role to stand out.