Full job description

I am recruiting an Interim Financial Reporting Manager for a highly successful, international market-leading organisation in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional to lead a well-established reporting function, manage a talented finance team, and work closely with senior stakeholders across both the UK business and global finance operations.




Client Details


Our client is a well-established international organisation with a significant global footprint and a strong reputation within its sector. Operating across multiple markets, the business serves a diverse customer base and continues to invest heavily in innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.


Description


The Financial Reporting Manager will:
*Lead the UK financial accounting and reporting function.
*Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
*Oversee compliance with relevant accounting standards, statutory requirements, and internal control frameworks.
*Partner with senior finance leaders and operational stakeholders to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making.
*Manage, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals.
*Build strong relationships with shared service and offshore finance teams to drive service excellence.
*Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
*Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, tax advisers, and regulatory bodies.
*Lead the preparation of statutory accounts, VAT returns, tax reporting, and other regulatory submissions.
*Support working capital initiatives and performance improvement projects across the finance function.


Profile


*A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
*Experienced within a financial reporting, financial control, or technical accounting environment.
*Comfortable leading and developing finance teams.
*Strong in stakeholder management with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
*Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
*Experienced working within complex, fast-paced or multinational businesses.
*Advanced user of Excel and financial reporting systems.
*SAP experience is highly desirable, with exposure to enterprise reporting tools considered beneficial.


Job Offer
*An immediate start.
*Initial 3 month contract.
*Hybrid, flexible working with 3 days in the office.
*A day rate up to £450 depending on experience.