Group Reporting Manager

Salary: circa £80,000+ plus benefitsLocation: ChelmsfordJob Type: Full-time

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Group Consolidation Manager to take ownership of group reporting, consolidation and financial governance within a complex international business. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to step into a highly visible leadership role, working closely with senior finance stakeholders across multiple regions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of consolidated financial reporting, driving process improvements, supporting strategic decision-making, and helping to develop a high-performing finance team.

This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership, the opportunity to influence best practice across a multinational environment, and genuine scope for career progression.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead group consolidation activities across multiple legal entities, business units and international locations.
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• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual close and reporting cycles, ensuring deadlines are achieved and consolidated accounts are accurate and robust.
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• Oversee intercompany accounting processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, controls and accountability.
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• Ensure balance sheet integrity through monthly reconciliations and regular reviews with local finance teams.
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• Support statutory reporting, tax, audit and compliance requirements, acting as a key point of contact for group accounting matters.
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• Maintain and enhance the General Ledger structure, supporting finance systems developments and integration of new business units.
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• Partner with finance leaders across operational finance, shared services, treasury and tax functions to ensure effective and consistent financial processes.
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• Lead, mentor and develop members of the Group Consolidation team, fostering continuous improvement and professional growth.
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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

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• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
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• Previous experience within group accounting, shared services or a multinational finance environment.
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• Strong knowledge of group consolidations, intercompany accounting, statutory reporting and US GAAP.
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• Experience working with SAP and consolidation systems, although this is not essential.
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• A proven track record of managing month-end close processes, external audits and operating within a controlled governance environment.
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• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
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• A proactive mindset with a passion for improving processes and driving efficiencies.
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What's on Offer?

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• Competitive salary and benefits package.
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• A varied and challenging role with international exposure.
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• The opportunity to work closely with senior finance leaders and influence business-wide processes.
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• Excellent career development and progression opportunities.
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• A collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking finance environment.
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• The chance to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic organisation.
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Apply Now

If you're a technically strong finance professional looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced international environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Group Consolidation Manager opportunity.