SenIor Financial Reporting Manager
CV-LibraryWarwickshirepermanentPosted: 12 September 2026
Apply NowI'm working with a large, listed business looking for a Financial Reporting Senior Manager to lead their Financial Reporting and General Ledger team. It's a high-visibility role with real technical depth - you'll own Group and subsidiary financial statements, manage the external audit relationship, and partner closely with senior stakeholders, including Exco members and directors. There's also a genuine opportunity to develop an already high-calibre team, helping individuals build on their skills and progress. This is a strong next step for someone looking to combine technical leadership with people development, in a business offering visibility and career progression.
Key Requirements
Essential
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
Previous experience managing and developing a team
Recent technical financial reporting experience in big business
Strong General Ledger accounting knowledge and experience working to tight deadlines
Strong analytical and communication skills, able to present financial matters clearlyDesirable
Recent technical financial reporting experience in a listed (PLC) organisation
Membership of a recognised accounting body
Experience with ERP or financial reporting technology projects
Appetite to utilise AI and be forward-thinking in its applicationKey Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for Group and subsidiary financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
Manage the external audit process and own the relationship with key audit contacts
Partner with commercial and operational teams to ensure appropriate financial reporting treatment
Identify and ensure compliance with evolving accounting guidance, preparing technical papers as needed
Drive consistency of reporting across the Group by supporting and training colleagues
Review balance sheet reconciliations and key financial controls at period end
Take full ownership of a number of smaller entities, including management accounts preparationAt 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
Key Requirements
Essential
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
Previous experience managing and developing a team
Recent technical financial reporting experience in big business
Strong General Ledger accounting knowledge and experience working to tight deadlines
Strong analytical and communication skills, able to present financial matters clearlyDesirable
Recent technical financial reporting experience in a listed (PLC) organisation
Membership of a recognised accounting body
Experience with ERP or financial reporting technology projects
Appetite to utilise AI and be forward-thinking in its applicationKey Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for Group and subsidiary financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
Manage the external audit process and own the relationship with key audit contacts
Partner with commercial and operational teams to ensure appropriate financial reporting treatment
Identify and ensure compliance with evolving accounting guidance, preparing technical papers as needed
Drive consistency of reporting across the Group by supporting and training colleagues
Review balance sheet reconciliations and key financial controls at period end
Take full ownership of a number of smaller entities, including management accounts preparationAt 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