Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager

IRIS - Networx Services; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in Slough is seeking an Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager. You will lead financial reporting activities, ensuring compliance and accuracy across group entities. The ideal candidate has strong IFRS knowledge, 5+ years of experience in a complex environment, and proven stakeholder management skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with competitive day rate, focusing on impact and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a complex group environment ideally with an audit/practice background.
• Proven track record in statutory reporting, team leadership, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of consolidated annual financial statements for all group levels.
• Oversee the year-end audit process, working closely with auditors and internal teams.
• Drive monthly and quarterly lender reporting, interest calculations, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with the CFO and Tax team to ensure compliance with loan obligations and RDEC/tax return requirements.
• Review monthly financial packs and prepare key Board and investor reports.

Skills

Strong IFRS knowledge

Statutory reporting

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel knowledge

Power BI experience

Education

Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager

Slough (3 days in the office)

Day Rate (Inside IR35) or FTC

Join one of the UK s largest privately held software companies and be a key player in shaping the future of financial reporting at IRIS Software Group.

At IRIS, we provide mission-critical software and services to over 100,000 customers across 135 countries. From powering payroll for 1 in 6 UK employees to supporting 12,000 schools, we re at the heart of essential operations. Our award-winning culture and commitment to innovation are just part of what makes us a Great Place to Work .

As Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager, you will lead critical financial reporting activities for our growing global group. You will play a key role in ensuring our financial statements are accurate, compliant, and delivered to the highest standard while transforming reporting processes and engaging with stakeholders from across the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic, fast-paced, and acquisitive environment.

What will you be doing?

• Lead the preparation of consolidated annual financial statements for all group levels.
• Oversee the year-end audit process, working closely with auditors and internal teams.
• Drive monthly and quarterly lender reporting, interest calculations, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with the CFO and Tax team to ensure compliance with loan obligations and RDEC/tax return requirements.
• Review monthly financial packs and prepare key Board and investor reports.
• Provide technical accounting advice to finance colleagues and champion best practice.
• Leverage financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to enhance reporting efficiency.

What we are seeking:

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant with strong IFRS knowledge.
• 5+ years experience in a complex group environment ideally with an audit/practice background.
• Proven track record in statutory reporting, team leadership, and stakeholder management.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and ideally experience with Power BI or large datasets.
• Strong Stakeholder management experience in a comparative environment.
• Private Equity and Group level acquisitions reporting experience is essential.

Ready to take your next step?

Apply now and help shape the financial future of a truly innovative tech business.

Please note:

We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore we recommend you apply as soon as possible.