Head - Financial Reporting and Accounting

Job Title: Head - Financial Reporting and Accounting
Day Rate: 700 - 750 Inside IR35
Contract Length: Initial 6 Months
Working Style: Hybrid

Join our client, a key player in Central Government, as the Head of Financial Reporting and Accounting! We're looking for an exceptional leader to drive financial excellence and compliance within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial setup for a new subsidiary (National Housing Bank).
• Design and implement robust financial reporting structures.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Senior Manager and auditors.
• Provide leadership and build a high-performing financial reporting function.
• Prepare technical papers for senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong technical accountancy knowledge (including IFRS).
• Proven experience in year-end accounts closure and group accounting.
• Leadership experience in large, complex organisations.
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and report writing abilities.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of government accounting and budgeting.
• Experience in the public sector or housing/property sector.
• Understanding of tax compliance (VAT, Corporation Tax).

Qualifications:

• ACA qualified accountant required.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.

Take the next step in your career and lead financial reporting for a transformative organisation! Apply Now!

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