Financial Reporting Manager

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for leading the UK finance accounting and reporting function, managing a team of finance professionals and working closely with operational stakeholders and global Shared Service Centres. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to combine technical accounting expertise with people leadership and business partnering within a dynamic multinational organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the company's financial reporting while driving continuous improvement across finance processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial reporting and accounting activities for the UK organisation.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting in accordance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, and corporate requirements.
• Partner with the Head of Finance and key stakeholders to provide financial insight and support informed business decision-making.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Build effective working relationships with global Shared Service Centres to ensure high-quality accounting support and service delivery.
• Identify and implement improvements to finance processes, controls, and reporting practices.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, corporate policies, and SOX regulations.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisers, and HMRC.
• Prepare and oversee statutory accounts, tax packs, VAT returns, and regulatory submissions.
• Support working capital optimisation, with particular focus on accounts receivable performance.