Financial Reporting Manager

Company: Ascent Recruitment Limited
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

Ascent Recruitment is supporting a successful insurance business in Manchester City Centre in their search for a Financial Reporting Manager. This is a key leadership role reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting as their number 2, working closely with the CFO, and leading a team of accountants.

Responsibilities

  • Delivering accurate and timely financial reporting (internal, UK GAAP, and tax returns)
  • Co-ordinating external audits and regulatory reporting (ONS, CBI, rating agencies)
  • Supporting Finance, Audit, Compliance, and Risk Committees
  • Implementing accounting standards and financial controls
  • Driving process improvements and automation
  • Team Management

Skills & Experience

  • Insurance sector background
  • Strong financial accounting & reporting knowledge (IFRS, US & UK GAAP)
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills

Package

  • Hybrid working (2 days in Manchester)
  • 25 days leave + 2 wellbeing days

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

  • Insurance

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Posted: September 19th, 2025