Senior Financial Reporting Manager

The Financial Reporting Manager will oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate financial statements and reports within the life science industry. This permanent position requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure compliance and support decision-making.

Client Details

The hiring organisation is a well-established entity within the life science sector. It operates as a medium-sized business, offering stability and a professional environment for career growth.

Description

Overview of Role

• Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide financial insights and analysis.
• Develop and maintain financial reporting processes and controls.
• Monitor compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide guidance and support to the accounting team as needed.

Core Technical Expertise

• Deep, hands-on experience applying complex IFRS standards, including:
  • IFRS 15 - Revenue Recognition (with practical ownership of revenue models, contract assessments, variable consideration, and revenue disclosures)
  • IFRS 16 - Leases (including lease recognition, remeasurement, embedded lease assessment, and supporting audit queries)
  • IFRS 3 - Business Combinations (purchase price allocation, fair-value measurement, goodwill assessment, and acquisition accounting papers)
  • Exposure to impact assessment of emerging standards, e.g. IFRS 18 (desirable)

• Proven experience leading the technical elements of group reporting, including:
  • Complex group consolidations (multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction)
  • Preparation and review of group cashflow statements
  • Ownership of segmental reporting and related disclosures
  • Managing and concluding technical accounting judgements arising at group level
• Ability to work with minimal guidance to interpret, document and resolve complex group reporting issues.

• Experience within a FTSE-listed organisationorBig 4/professional practice background with:
  • Leading complex group audits of multi-entity structures
  • Drafting technical position papers on key accounting treatments
  • Managing auditor discussions and defending management's accounting judgements
• Understanding of the governance, control environment and disclosure requirements typical in listed-company reporting.

• Demonstrable track record in:
  • Drafting Accounting Committee (AC) papers and advising senior leadership on technical matters
  • Supporting Audit Committee discussions with clear, concise technical explanations
  • Providing guidance on accounting policy decisions, restatements, and interpretation of standards
• Ability to independently assess, challenge and finalise financial statement disclosures.

• Experience reviewing, drafting and finalising full Annual Report & Accounts, including:
  • High-quality note disclosures with technical insight
  • Ensuring compliance with IFRS disclosure requirements
  • Critiquing and improving content with limited direction
• Ability to take end-to-end ownership of technically challenging accounting areas and deliver final outputs confidently.

Profile

A successful Financial Reporting Manager should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).
• Proven experience in financial reporting within a relevant industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• In depth Knowledge of SOX
• Exposure to FTSE 100 businesses
• Candidates must show explicit, hands-on ownership of technical issues - not just exposure or involvement.
• CVs should clearly evidence:
  • Specific IFRS standards implemented or overseen
  • Consolidation and group reporting responsibilities
  • Technical papers / accounting memos produced
  • Leadership in resolving complex audit and accounting matters
• The ideal candidate is comfortable taking the lead on complex technical challenges end-to-end, ensuring accurate, compliant reporting.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £95,000 per annum.
• Permanent position with opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive work environment within the life science industry
• Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Financial Reporting Manager, apply now for this exciting opportunity in Hull!