Citadel Source is delighted to partner with a leading international engineering and manufacturing organisation to support the recruitment of their new Group Reporting Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

A bit about our client...
Our client is a well-established global business operating across multiple international markets, with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and operational excellence. As the organisation continues to evolve, they are seeking an experienced Group Reporting Manager to join the Group Finance team, taking ownership of external reporting, group consolidation and technical accounting activities while supporting key strategic finance initiatives.

The role
As Group Reporting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting across the group. Working closely with senior finance leaders, external auditors, and international finance teams, you will lead the consolidation process, oversee statutory reporting requirements, and provide technical accounting expertise across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure within a listed international organisation while contributing to the ongoing development of financial controls, governance, and reporting processes.

About you
We're looking for a technically strong qualified accountant with proven experience in group reporting, consolidation, and external audit management within a listed or multinational environment. You will be confident interpreting IFRS requirements, engaging with senior stakeholders and delivering high-quality financial reporting to demanding deadlines. A proactive approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to operate effectively within a complex international business will be essential. ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification is required.

As the Group Reporting Manager, your role will include, but will not be limited to:

• Leading the preparation and delivery of external financial reporting requirements
• Coordinating external audits, acting as the central point of contact for auditors and advisers
• Managing technical accounting matters and disclosure requirements across the Group
• Producing UK statutory financial statements and supporting listed company reporting obligations
• Leading the preparation of accurate and timely Group consolidations in accordance with IFRS
• Reviewing divisional submissions and ensuring compliance with Group accounting policies
• Preparing technical accounting assessments for significant or complex transactions
• Supporting and enhancing the Group Internal Control Framework and governance processes
• Assisting with treasury activities, including cash forecasting, liquidity management, and banking oversight
• Owning impairment reviews for goodwill, tangible and intangible assets
• Managing key month-end accounting activities, including lease accounting and treasury-related accounting
• Supporting Audit Committee and Board reporting, whilst providing leadership to junior team members

What the client has to offer

• Salary £75-85kp/a 
• 20% bonus 
• 12-month fixed-term contract
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and Group-level finance activities
• Opportunity to work within a complex multinational reporting environment
• Broad remit covering reporting, technical accounting, governance, and treasury
• Supportive and collaborative finance team
• Excellent exposure for career development within Group Finance

Sound like a good fit?
If you are interested in discussing this role, please reach out to Jesse Howes (jesse@citadelsource.com) at Citadel Source for a confidential conversation.