Financial Reporting Manager

Gleeson Recruitment Group are working exclusively in partnership with one of the most well-known brands in the West Midlands, a true heritage UK brand. They are looking to recruit a Financial Reporting Manager, due to internal growth within the team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious business, who are well-known for their progressive culture and for developing their staff. It would be the perfect role for a technically minded accountant, who is looking for their first role outside of practice, or for a 2nd mover with some industry experience.

You will benefit from a flexible working pattern and 2/3 days a week working from home.

Key responsibilities for the Financial Reporting Manager role:

Financial Statement Preparation:

• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant reporting standards and coordinate with external auditors during the audit process.

Internal Controls:

• Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the accuracy and integrity of Financial Reporting.
• Continuously assess and enhance control procedures to meet evolving business needs.

Process Optimisation:

• Streamline Financial Reporting processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement best practices to enhance the quality and speed of Financial Reporting.

Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a high-performing Financial Reporting team.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture.

Qualifications and experience required for the position:

• Recognised accountancy qualification - ACA or ACCA
• Strong knowledge of Financial Reporting standards and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience in a private equity-backed environment is a plus.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.