Technical Accounting & Group Reporting Manager

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A global tech group is looking for a Technical Accountant to join its high-performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in-house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation.

Reporting to the Head of Group Reporting, you'll play a key role in interpreting accounting standards, strengthening compliance across the group, and partnering with finance teams worldwide.

Your New Role

• Lead on IFRS 15 compliance: Analyse complex client contracts, identify performance obligations, assess control transfer, and ensure accurate revenue recognition across a services-based business.
• Prepare technical accounting documentation: Produce memos, journal entries and supporting schedules for new and existing revenue arrangements.
• Own key parts of month-end close: Support monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles with accurate revenue and related balance sheet entries.
• Act as a trusted technical point of contact: Provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders and external auditors, ensuring smooth and well-supported audit processes.
• Strengthen revenue controls: Contribute to the design and optimisation of central controls around IFRS 15.
• Support wider group reporting: Assist with other technical areas including IFRS?16 (leases), IFRS?2 (share-based payments), and play a lead role in the Group's implementation of IFRS?18.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience - Ideally Big 4 background
• Deep knowledge of IFRS 15, plus exposure to IFRS 16 and IFRS 2.
• A background in services, digital media, advertising, consulting, or technology is highly beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability.
• Excellent communicator able to translate technical concepts for non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under deadlines.
• Holds the right to work in the UK.

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