Interim Head of Group Reporting

JSS are supporting a large consumer facing business based in Milton Keynes in the appointment of an Interim Head of Group Reporting for an initial 3-6 month period. The role will focus on the delivery of high quality Group reporting, maintaining strong controls and supporting ongoing accounting and reporting initiatives across a complex, operationally driven business.

Key responsibilities:

• Ownership of Group consolidation, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles
• Preparation and oversight of external reporting, including annual report and accounts
• Acting as a key point of contact for auditors
• Lead on technical accounting matters, including application of IFRS standards
• Preparation of technical accounting papers and position assessments
• Support on complex accounting areas (e.g. leases, revenue recognition, provisions)
• Ensuring consistency of accounting treatment across the Group
• Strengthening the Group financial control environment
• Ensuring robust reporting processes and appropriate controls are in place
• Supporting improvements to governance and reporting frameworks
• Driving best practice across Group Finance

Your profile:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (Big 4 background strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in a Group Reporting/Head of Reporting role
• Strong technical accounting expertise
• Track record of managing audits and external reporting processes
• Able to operate at pace and deliver to tight deadlines

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