Group Reporting ManagerLocation: Leicester Reports to: Group Financial ControllerSalary: up to £75,000 plus bonus and benefitsAbout the Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically strong Group Reporting Manager to join a Group Finance team. This role will lead the delivery of Group financial reporting, statutory accounts, consolidation, and regulatory reporting, ensuring all external reporting obligations are met accurately and on time. The successful candidate will own the Group consolidation process, including preparation of the Group cash flow statement and consolidated statutory accounts, and will oversee the preparation of subsidiary statutory accounts across the Group. The role also includes responsibility for key regulatory reporting requirements, including ICARA reporting and wider FCA regulatory obligations. Working closely with the Group Financial Controller and wider finance team, this role will play a central part in coordinating the annual external audit, managing audit deliverables, and responding to regulatory information requests. This is a highly dynamic position, offering the opportunity to contribute to ongoing finance transformation initiatives, strengthen financial controls, improve reporting processes, and support the development of a scalable finance function.Key Responsibilities:Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation:
Own and manage the Group consolidation process across monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reporting cycles
Prepare consolidated Group statutory financial statements, including supporting disclosures
Lead preparation of the Group cash flow statement and related analysis
Oversee preparation of subsidiary statutory accounts across the Group
Maintain and monitor Group IFRS accounting adjustments across all entities
Regulatory Reporting:
Lead preparation of ICARA reporting in line with FCA requirements
Oversee FCA regulatory submissions and related financial reporting obligations
Manage additional regulatory/statistical reporting (including ONS returns where applicable)
Audit Management:
Coordinate the annual external audit process, working closely with auditors and internal stakeholders
Manage audit deliverables and supporting documentation
Act as key point of contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies
Financial Control & Governance:
Develop and maintain the Group financial control framework and governance standards
Ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting standards
Oversee balance sheet reconciliations across the Group
Establish and maintain robust control documentation and SOPs
Reporting & Finance Transformation:
Lead improvements in Group financial reporting processes
Support finance transformation projects, including systems, reporting, and controls
Assist with implementation of new reporting frameworks and governance structures
Debt & Treasury Reporting:
Oversee Group debt reporting and covenant monitoring
Support treasury reporting and financial analysis for senior leadership
Team Leadership & Development
Line manage and support a Financial Accountant, providing coaching and technical guidance
Support wider team development and capability building
Promote a high-performing, collaborative team environment
Ad Hoc Reporting & Strategic Support:
Provide technical accounting advice and analysis to senior stakeholders
Support Group-level projects, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives
Skills & Experience:Essential -
Strong technical accounting knowledge with significant Group reporting and consolidation experience
Experience preparing Group statutory accounts and consolidated financial statements
Proven experience managing external audits and audit deliverables
Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP
Experience with regulatory reporting in a regulated environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate across stakeholders
Desirable -
Exposure to FCA reporting and ICARA requirements
Experience in finance transformation or reporting improvement projects
Qualifications -
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
Strong academic background in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
Why Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of Group financial reporting within a complex and evolving finance environment. The role offers the chance to:
Lead a key Group reporting function
Influence regulatory reporting, audit delivery, and financial governance
Shape and improve financial control and reporting frameworks
Contribute to major transformation and improvement projects
Work closely with senior leadership on strategic initiatives and growth
