Technical Accounting Leader - IFRS/UK GAAP & SOX

Michael Page (UK); Addlestone; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Bonus

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Gym membership

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a senior technical accounting leader to shape governance and financial reporting across UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102 and US GAAP. You will own complex accounting areas and drive technical excellence within a multinational environment.

You will manage statutory reporting, lead external audits and strengthen internal controls, partnering with senior finance leaders across regional teams. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, bonus, life

Qualifications

• ACA qualified with strong audit training, ideally in a Top 10 firm.
• Significant experience in technical accounting, financial reporting or group accounting.
• Expertise in UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory reporting.
• Experience operating in a multinational or complex corporate environment.
• Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across finance and the business.
• Advanced Excel skills with experience of ERP systems such as Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting activities across UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102 and US GAAP reporting requirements.
• Own complex accounting areas including pensions, leases, corporation tax and other significant accounting matters.
• Manage statutory reporting and financial statement preparation for multiple legal entities.
• Lead external audit activities and serve as the primary accounting contact for auditors and key stakeholders.
• Drive SOX compliance improvements and strengthen the overall control framework.
• Produce technical accounting papers, audit memos and recommendations on complex accounting matters.
• Oversee group reporting submissions and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
• Partner with senior finance leaders, operational stakeholders and regional leadership teams.
• Lead process improvement, transformation and systems enhancement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship across the wider finance function.
• Support strategic projects including ERP upgrades, business transformation and operational reviews.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Education

ACA qualified

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a senior technical accounting leader to shape governance and financial reporting across UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102 and US GAAP. You will own complex accounting areas and drive technical excellence within a multinational environment.

You will manage statutory reporting, lead external audits and strengthen internal controls, partnering with senior finance leaders across regional teams. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, bonus, life