Head of Group Reporting & Accounting Policy

Head of Group Reporting and Accounting Policy A leading financial services organisation is seeking a Head of Group Reporting and Accounting Policy to join their Group Finance Team in London. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the external reporting and accounting policy landscape for a FTSE Listed Bank, maintaining key relationships with auditors, and providing guidance across the business on complex accounting matters.

Head of Group Reporting and Accounting Policy

Salary: £130,000 - £150,000

Location: London

A leading financial services organisation is seeking a Head of Group Reporting and Accounting Policy to join their Group Finance Team in London.

This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the external reporting and accounting policy landscape for a FTSE Listed Bank, maintaining key relationships with auditors, and providing guidance across the business on complex accounting matters.

The organisation values flexibility, professional development, and a supportive environment where your expertise will be recognised and nurtured. With a competitive salary range of £130,000 - £150,000, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous growth.

What you'll do:

• Lead the production of interim and year-end consolidated financial statements for the group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant accounting standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for technical accounting matters across subsidiaries, offering ad-hoc advice to other teams such as Corporate Development.
• Coordinate population of financial statements and associated disclosures during reporting cycles, facilitating a co-ordinated approach with central functions for governance sections.
• Review and challenge subsidiary submissions to ensure alignment with current standards and guidance, fostering a collaborative environment across finance teams.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with external auditors by liaising throughout the year on key accounting issues and coordinating audit processes during interim and year-end periods.
• Draft papers for management and board meetings as required, presenting clear information on technical matters and changes in accounting standards.
• Own the Group Accounting Manual by regularly reviewing and updating it to reflect new developments in policy or regulation.
• Deliver presentations to senior management and Audit Committee on the impact of revised accounting standards or significant changes affecting the group.
• Lead implementation projects for revised accounting standards across the group, working closely with finance teams to ensure smooth transitions.
• Ensure all governance and compliance requirements are met by adhering to regulatory reporting activities at the highest standard.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Group Reporting and Accounting Policy, you will bring extensive auditing experience from a large accountancy firm combined with deep knowledge of financial control functions within major listed companies.

• Auditing experience or similar background gained at a large accounting firm is essential for this role.
• Proven track record in a financial control function within a FTSE 350 company or experience advising finance functions of FTSE 350 companies is highly valued.
• Strong IFRS technical accounting expertise demonstrated through interpreting and applying new or existing standards is required.
• Confidence in presenting complex information to senior finance professionals and board members is necessary.
• Experience managing qualified accountants as well as trainee personnel within finance teams is important.
• Degree level qualification coupled with being a qualified accountant (minimum 6 years post-qualification experience) is mandatory.
• Senior finance experience within a FTSE 350 financial services organisation would be advantageous but not essential.
• Experience completing FINREP returns is desirable but not required.
• Excellent written communication skills enabling you to draft clear reports and papers for management or board review are expected.
• Ability to analyse numerical data alongside verbal information to produce workable solutions that demonstrate an understanding of broader systems.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member feels supported in their professional journey. Flexible working opportunities allow you to balance your career ambitions with personal commitments while generous pension contributions provide long-term security. The company invests heavily in ongoing training programmes designed to keep your skills sharp amid changing industry regulations. The culture here prioritises collaboration over competition; you'll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues who value teamwork above all else. With access to cutting-edge resources and regular opportunities for development, this organisation empowers you not only to succeed but also grow into future leadership roles within finance.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on group reporting practices while advancing your career in a supportive environment, this is your chance!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

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