Senior Financial Reporting & Controls Manager

An immediate interim opportunity has arisen for an establishing & growing Finance department to recruit a Senior Financial Reporting & Controls Manager to join the team and drive the organisation's financial reporting processes and strengthen internal control frameworks.

This role is critical in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity across all financial information. We are looking for a candidate with strong technical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and a track record of improving financial processes within a dynamic environment.

A competitive day rate on offer, along with a hybrid working pattern split between 3 x days onsite at their fantastic London Office and WFH.

Duties:

Responsible for all financial reporting aspects, including:
Preparation of monthly management accounts and quarterly reporting
Preparation of variance analysis and commentary for senior stakeholders
Balance sheet reconciliations
Statutory accounting and liaison with external auditors
Consolidation processes and ensuring the accuracy of group reporting
Corporation tax computations
VAT return submissions
Own and maintain the organisation's internal control framework, identifying control gaps and ensuring robust financial governance
Develop and document accounting policies, procedures, and control narratives
Business partnering with operational teams to embed financial controls into day-to-day activities
Mentor and support junior finance team members, promoting a strong controls culture
Oversee key finance systems, ensuring data integrity and effective use
Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives within finance
Financial due diligence analysis
Involvement in ad hoc strategic projects
Supporting the team in occasional areas of technical accounting

Required:

Chartered accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc.) minimum 3 x years PQE
Strong technical accounting ability (FRS 102 and IFRS)
Proven experience in financial reporting and internal controls management
Ability to apply a structured approach towards balancing multiple demands and priorities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective communicator with the ability to translate complex financial information
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Microsoft Dynamics (preferred)
Enthusiastic, self-motivated and a good team player

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