Technical Accounting Manager

Michael Page; Staines-upon-Thames; 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 is seeking a highly experienced finance professional to lead technical accounting across UK GAAP, IFRS, FRS 102 and US GAAP, while managing pensions, leases, tax and other complex matters.

You will oversee statutory reporting, group reporting and external audits, partnering with senior finance leaders and regional teams. A strong emphasis on SOX improvements and system enhancements complements the role.

Qualifications

• ACA qualification and Top 10 audit training.
• Significant experience in technical accounting and group reporting.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory reporting.
• Experience in multinational or complex corporate environments.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders across finance.

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.

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.