Senior Finance Manager - Group Reporting

Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £100,000 + 25% Bonus
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a prestigious FTSE-listed organisation in Hertfordshire to recruit an exceptional Senior Finance Manager - Group Reporting to join their high-performing finance function.

This is a pivotal role for an ambitious finance professional ready to make their mark at a senior level. You'll be at the forefront of financial reporting excellence, driving technical accounting initiatives, and shaping the future of sustainability reporting in line with evolving global standards.

If you're a technically astute, commercially minded finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, regulated environment, this opportunity offers exceptional career progression and the chance to influence decision-making at the highest level.

The Role

As Senior Finance Manager - Group Reporting, you'll take ownership of the end-to-end statutory reporting cycle for this complex, multi-entity group. Your remit will span:

Financial Reporting Excellence

• Leading the preparation and delivery of consolidated Group accounts (full year and interim), ensuring IFRS compliance and best-in-class presentation
• Overseeing statutory reporting for multiple subsidiary entities, coordinating with local finance teams and ensuring adherence to both Group policies and local regulatory frameworks
• Managing consolidation processes and technical accounting treatments, working closely with the Technical Accounting team
• Supporting the implementation of transformational finance systems and ERP projects

Sustainability & ESG Leadership

• Championing non-financial reporting initiatives, particularly sustainability metrics, carbon emissions, and climate-related disclosures
• Implementing CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) requirements and IFRS S1/S2 sustainability standards
• Developing robust frameworks for ESG data collection, validation, and external assurance
• Ensuring full compliance with TCFD recommendations and UK regulatory obligations

Stakeholder Management

• Acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing audit cycles efficiently and professionally
• Collaborating with Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Legal teams to ensure seamless reporting
• Supporting Audit Committee reporting and preparing insightful papers for senior stakeholders
• Building strong relationships across the wider finance community

Team Development

• Leading and inspiring a small, talented team of finance professionals
• Providing coaching, mentorship, and creating opportunities for continuous development
• Fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Top 10 practice-qualified (ACA/CA) OR ACCA/CIMA qualified with substantial experience in a listed or large corporate environment
• Demonstrable experience in statutory reporting within a listed company, large Plc, or complex multi-national organisation
• Strong technical IFRS knowledge with the ability to apply practical judgement to complex accounting scenarios
• Experience managing statutory accounts for multiple entities and navigating diverse regulatory environments
• Track record of delivering accurate, high-quality financial reporting to tight deadlines

Key Attributes

• Technical excellence combined with commercial acumen and strategic thinking
• Strong leadership capabilities with proven experience developing and motivating teams
• Exceptional communication skills - able to translate complex technical matters for non-financial audiences
• Experience working within robust control frameworks (SOX or equivalent)
• Proactive mindset with intellectual curiosity about emerging reporting standards, particularly around sustainability
• Solution-focused approach with the ability to drive change and process improvement

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of circa £100,000
• Performance bonus of up to 25%
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare, and lifestyle benefits
• Opportunity to work with a high-profile, market-leading organisation
• Genuine career progression potential within a supportive and dynamic environment
• Exposure to cutting-edge reporting requirements including sustainability and climate disclosures
• Involvement in major transformation projects

Next Steps

This is an exceptional opportunity for a high-calibre finance professional to elevate their career with a prestigious organisation.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please submit your CV or contact our team to learn more.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.