Senior Group Finance Manager (Interim)

Axon Moore are supporting a large international business based in West Yorkshire in the appointment of a Senior Group Finance Manager.

The successful candidate will play a key role within the Group Finance function, supporting senior leadership in delivering high-quality financial reporting, driving process improvements and ensuring robust financial governance across a complex international business.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Delivery and execution of accurate Group consolidated financial and management reporting on a monthly basis
• Leading the annual Group budgeting process, including consolidation, analysis and reporting
• Managing Group statutory reporting in accordance with IFRS and supporting the external audit process
• Overseeing financial reporting, accounting and tax compliance for Head Office holding companies
• Supporting the implementation and development of financial reporting systems and driving reporting process improvements
• Business partnering with finance teams across multiple international entities, providing insight and challenge on business performance
• Managing and developing a small Group Finance team, supporting performance and professional development
• Producing insightful financial analysis and commentary to support executive decision-making
• Supporting ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the Group

Ideal Candidate Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience of Group consolidations and IFRS reporting
• Previous experience within a Group Finance function in a complex international organisation
• Proven people management skills with the ability to develop and mentor team members
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with the confidence to communicate across multiple functions and international locations
• A proactive approach with the ability to identify opportunities to improve reporting, controls and processes

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established global business in a highly visible role, offering significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence the continued development of the Group Finance function.