Technical Accounting Manager

Michael Page Finance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Bonus

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Gym membership

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is supporting a highly visible role focusing on control, reporting and technical accounting. The successful candidate will lead UK GAAP/IFRS reporting, manage statutory returns and coordinate external audits across multiple entities.

The role requires ACA qualification with top-tier audit exposure, strong governance and ERP experience, notably Oracle, to drive improvements in SOX, controls and financial reporting processes.

Qualifications

• ACA qualification and audit training, ideally Top 10 environment.
• Significant experience in technical accounting and financial reporting.
• Expertise in UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting across UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102 and US GAAP.
• Own complex areas: pensions, leases, corporation tax and other significant items.
• Manage statutory reporting and financial statement preparation for multiple entities.

Skills

Strong statutory reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Advanced Excel

Education

ACA qualified

Tools

Oracle

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 £75,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Healthcare
• Bonus
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Gym membership

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.