Technical Accounting Manager

ACCA Careers; Egham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a highly experienced accounting professional to lead technical accounting and financial reporting across UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102 and US GAAP for multiple entities. You will own complex areas such as pensions, leases and tax, manage statutory reporting and external audits, and drive SOX controls and process improvements.

ACA qualification with top-tier audit training is required; strong Excel and Oracle ERP experience is preferred; salary £70,000–£80,000, plus benefits, and

Qualifications

• ACA qualified with Top 10 audit training.
• Experience in technical accounting and group reporting.
• UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory reporting expert.
• Experience in multinational environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting 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

Audit training

UK GAAP

IFRS

Statutory reporting

ERP systems

Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA qualification

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

A highly visible role maintaining a best-in-class control and reporting. The successful candidate will have strong statutory reporting expertise and a deep knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and audit.

Client Details

Our client is a well established international organisation with a strong reputation for innovation and operational excellence

Description

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.

Profile

ACA qualified.Strong audit training, ideally gained within a Top 10 environment and commercial business exposure.

Significant experience within technical accounting, financial reporting or group accounting.

Expertise in UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory reporting.

Strong understanding of governance, controls, audit and compliance frameworks.

Experience operating within a multinational or complex corporate environment.

Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across finance and the wider business.

Advanced Excel skills with experience of ERP systems such as Oracle

Job Offer

• Salary of £70,000 to £80,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Benefits to be confirmed.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.