Head of Group Financial Reporting

Quarter4 Limited; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a Head of Group Financial Reporting. The role involves managing complex financial consolidations and external reporting, while leading a finance team in a multinational environment. Candidates should be fully qualified accountants with proven experience in financial reporting and consolidation processes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a Group Finance team in a multinational listed company.
• Deep expertise in consolidation processes and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for complex multicurrency consolidations.
• Lead the accurate and timely completion of external financial reporting.
• Manage the planning and execution of the annual and interim audit timetables.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

ACA

ICAEW

Tools

Financial Systems

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Responsibilities

• Responsible for complex multicurrency consolidations
• Lead the accurate and timely completion of external financial reporting
• Production of subsidiary Statutory Accounts for all legal entities
• Manage the planning and execution of the annual and interim audit timetables, ensuring smooth and timely processes
• Support the Group Financial Controller in preparing papers for the Board and Audit Committee
• Implement changes to IFRS across the Group
• Coordinate the preparation and approval of new accounting policies
• Review and prepare going concern, investment appraisal, and goodwill models
• Manage share-based payment calculations for SAYE and share option schemes
• Report on intangible assets, both acquired and internally developed
• Lead acquisition accounting and support integration of new businesses
• Support legal structure rationalisation and ERP system implementation

Person Requirements

• Proven experience leading a Group Finance team in a multinational listed company
• Deep expertise in consolidation processes and financial reporting
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ICAEW, or equivalent)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working under tight deadlines
• Experience with diverse financial systems and technologies
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy