Head of Group Reporting

Cedar; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing group is seeking an Interim Head of Group Reporting. The role, based in Surrey, involves taking full responsibility for group-level reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will utilize HFM for consolidation and lead a team in delivering high-quality financial insights. This 6-month contract offers a competitive daily rate of £700-850 and allows for hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Ownership of group reporting

Hands-on use of HFM

Collaboration with senior finance leadership

Exposure to complex accounting matters

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in IFRS and group consolidations.
• Hands-on experience with group reporting tools.
• Evidence of combining statutory and analytical responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver consolidated financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Oversee monthly, half-year, and year-end close processes.
• Mentor and support group reporting team and finance leaders.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Technical background in IFRS

Experience with HFM or equivalent tools

Ability to build credibility with stakeholders

Leadership capability

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

HFM (Hyperion)

Job description

Cedar is working with a large, well-established industrial manufacturing group to secure an Interim Head of Group Reporting. The role is based in Surrey on a hybrid pattern (3 days per week in the office). It is a 6-month contract, paying £700-850 per day.

The Company

This is a highly reputable, international organisation operating across the industrial and engineering sectors. The business has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, with finance seen as an integral partner to operations and senior leadership. With a talented finance leadership team in place, this is an environment where technical expertise is valued, and the reporting function plays a central role in delivering clarity and control.

The Role

You will take full responsibility for group-level reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insight across the finance function. This is a hands-on role, with direct use of HFM (Hyperion) for consolidation, analysis, and reporting.

• Deliver consolidated financial statements in line with IFRS requirements.
• Oversee monthly, half-year, and year-end close processes, coordinating with global finance teams.
• Take a proactive role in HFM consolidations, reporting outputs, and issue resolution.
• Add value to reporting with analytical insight and FP&A support.
• Manage the relationship with external auditors to ensure efficient audit delivery.
• Support senior leadership with statutory filings, annual reporting, and investor materials.
• Provide input on complex accounting matters such as acquisitions, disposals, impairments, and restructuring.
• Drive improvements in reporting quality, processes, and system usage.
• Mentor and support both the group reporting team and divisional finance leaders.

Your Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong technical background in IFRS and group consolidations across multi-currency environments.
• Hands-on experience with HFM or equivalent group reporting tools.
• Previous exposure to industrial, manufacturing, or engineering businesses.
• Evidence of combining statutory reporting with commercial and analytical responsibilities.
• Ability to build credibility quickly with senior stakeholders and auditors.
• A balance of leadership capability with a willingness to be directly involved in reporting processes.

Compensation & Benefits

This Interim Head of Group Reporting contract offers £700-850 per day and hybrid working from Surrey (3 days per week in the office).

Additional benefits of the role include:

• Taking ownership of group reporting within a large, international organisation.
• Hands-on use of HFM to shape and enhance reporting outputs.
• Close collaboration with senior finance leadership.
• Exposure to complex accounting matters and change initiatives.
• The chance to make a visible impact in a role that is both technical and influential.

For senior finance professionals seeking a high-profile interim role in a respected, global business, this assignment provides the opportunity to deliver tangible impact from day one.