12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Coventry (hybrid working available)
We are supporting a large, complex organisation based in Coventry with the appointment of a Financial Reporting & Controls Manager on a 12 month fixed-term contract. This is a technically focused role offering exposure to Group reporting, audit, governance and balance sheet ownership within a well-structured finance function.
This position would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on reporting and control environment and is confident operating within a multi-entity, regulated or asset-heavy business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the monthly balance sheet review process, focusing on key risk areas such as fixed assets, working capital and treasury balances
- Manage the external audit process for balance sheet areas, resolving queries and ensuring compliance
- Support monthly Group and consolidated reporting, including close cycles, consolidation adjustments and analysis of key movements
- Maintain and document robust end-to-end processes and internal controls to meet statutory and internal governance requirements
- Ownership of technical accounting policies, providing expert guidance across the finance team
- Responsibility for the monthly accounting of holding entities within the Group structure
- Contribute to finance change initiatives and continuous improvement projects
- Support the development of a collaborative, high-performing finance team
About You
- Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP
- Proven experience in financial reporting, balance sheet control and month-end close
- Exposure to audit, risk and internal control frameworks
- Experience working with consolidation systems (SAP / BPC or similar beneficial)
- Confident communicator with the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly
- Well-organised, proactive and comfortable working in a structured environment
The Offer
12 month fixed-term contract
Competitive salary / day-rate equivalent
Hybrid working model