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Retail/FMCG, Hospitality & TMT Markets – Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Specialist
Job Title: Group Reporting Manager
Location: Central London
Team: 3 direct reports
About the Company:
A leading global consumer goods business with a strong presence in the market, we are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional value to our customers. With a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we pride ourselves on fostering an innovative and collaborative culture.
Job Overview:
The Group Reporting Manager will play a critical role in overseeing and managing the group reporting process, ensuring timely, accurate, and consistent financial reporting across the business. This individual will lead a small team of three and work closely with senior leadership, providing insights and analysis to support decision-making at the group level.
The role requires a strong background in financial reporting, leadership, and a deep understanding of the consumer goods sector. As a key member of the finance team, you will ensure compliance with financial regulations, group accounting policies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of 3 finance professionals, ensuring clear goals and objectives are set, performance is managed, and team development is supported.
- Group Reporting: Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual group reporting process, ensuring accurate consolidation of financial statements for the group and subsidiaries.
- Financial Analysis & Insight: Provide detailed financial analysis and commentary on the group’s financial performance, including variances, trends, and key business drivers.
- Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS) and internal controls, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Process Improvement: Identify areas for continuous improvement within the reporting process, streamlining workflows and implementing best practices for efficiency and accuracy.
- Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with senior finance and operational leadership to provide actionable insights, advise on financial performance, and address any reporting challenges.
- Ad-Hoc Projects: Lead and support various finance-related projects, including financial systems upgrades, process optimizations, and other initiatives that drive efficiency.
Key Requirements:
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in group reporting or financial management, ideally within a consumer goods or fast-paced multinational environment. Experience managing and developing a small team.
Qualifications:
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of IFRS and group reporting standards.
- Proficient in financial consolidation and reporting systems (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, or similar).
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
- Personal Attributes:
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
- Highly organized with a keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Retail, Consumer Services, and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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