Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting

Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting

Posted 2 weeks ago by AEJ Consulting Ltd

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Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
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Accounting Budgeting Corporate Tax Financial Statements International Financial Reporting Standards Microsoft Excel Stakeholder Management Tax Compliance Tax Management Technical Accounting Value-Added Tax

Summary: The Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting will lead the financial setup of a new public sector subsidiary, establishing robust structures and governance. This role involves designing financial reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, and providing leadership to create a best-in-class financial reporting function. The position is a 6-month day rate contract with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the financial setup of a new public sector subsidiary, including systems, policies, and controls.
  • Design and implement financial reporting frameworks and processes.
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, FReM, and wider external reporting requirements.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders, including the Senior Manager, Tax Manager, and external auditors.
  • Provide leadership and direction to establish a best-in-class financial reporting function.
  • Draft technical accounting papers and briefing materials for senior decision-makers.

Key Skills:

  • ACA-qualified accountant (or equivalent), with strong technical knowledge of IFRS.
  • Significant experience in year-end accounts closure and group accounting.
  • Leadership experience in financial reporting within large or complex organisations.
  • Advanced Excel and analytical capability.
  • Strong communication skills, with proven ability to produce high-quality reports and stakeholder briefings.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Our client, a leading consultancy working with a high-profile organisation in the public sector , is seeking an experienced Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting . This role offers a rare opportunity to play a pivotal part in establishing the financial operations of a newly created entity, helping to build robust structures and governance from day one. This is a 6 month day rate contract, with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the financial setup of a new public sector subsidiary, including systems, policies, and controls.
  • Design and implement financial reporting frameworks and processes.
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, FReM, and wider external reporting requirements.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders, including the Senior Manager, Tax Manager, and external auditors.
  • Provide leadership and direction to establish a best-in-class financial reporting function.
  • Draft technical accounting papers and briefing materials for senior decision-makers.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • ACA-qualified accountant (or equivalent), with strong technical knowledge of IFRS.
  • Significant experience in year-end accounts closure and group accounting.
  • Leadership experience in financial reporting within large or complex organisations.
  • Advanced Excel and analytical capability.
  • Strong communication skills, with proven ability to produce high-quality reports and stakeholder briefings.

Desirable Skills

  • Knowledge of government accounting frameworks (resource accounting and budgeting).
  • Previous experience in the public sector or housing/property sectors.
  • Understanding of tax compliance, including VAT and Corporation Tax.
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