Group Reporting Manager in UK

We are seeking a talented individual to manage the delivery of the Annual Report and other external reporting requirements, including financial aspects of ESG. As the Group Reporting Manager, you will be the technical lead, ensuring compliance with accounting and regulatory updates and drive ongoing improvements in the group financial policies and controls. 

Role and Responsibilities

Reporting:

• Project managing the preparation of the Annual (and Interim) Report, liaising with the relevant departments on the preparation of information for the Annual Report, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and other relevant guidance and completion within agreed deadlines.
• Responsible for ensuring fair, balanced and understandable reporting throughout the Annual Report and lead the external audit of the report.
• Manage the production of local statutory accounts for UK subsidiary entities.
• Finance lead for ESG reporting, drafting the relevant sections in the Annual Report, in conjunction with the Groups ESG team. Leading the provision of financial information to fulfil ESG regulatory reporting requirements and accreditations obtained by the Group.
• Working alongside the F,P&A team to deliver effective and efficient internal reporting.
• Coordinate other regulatory reporting compliance.

Technical Accounting:

• Interpret, provide guidance on, and apply IFRS accounting standards to complex transactions affecting the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Stay updated on accounting pronouncements, regulatory updates, and emerging issues, assessing their impact on the organisation and the Group’s reporting requirements. Manage the implementation of resulting changes, train the wider Finance team and coordinate with the external audit team.
• Draft technical accounting papers, and input into those required for the Audit Committee
• Delivery of IFRS 2 share-based payment compensation workings, including forecasting and valuations of new grants.
• Perform impairment reviews where applicable including preparation of Committee papers to support analysis performed.

Group policies and controls:

• Manage the group accounting policy and procedure documents, ensuring compliance across the Group and timely updates for new standards.
• Responsible for finance Risk and Controls Matrix (RACM), ensuring strong processes and best practice controls are in place and actively monitored across all areas of statutory and financial reporting, driving improved accuracy and efficiency.

Other :

• Provide support to the Group Financial Controller and Financial Controller as required. This role is part of the Group Finance team, and is likely to provide opportunities for exposure to wider Finance accounting areas (as appropriate).

Your experience

Our ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of IFRS, ESG and external reporting requirements for listed companies. You will have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail. We are looking for someone with the ability to communicate effectively and succinctly across stakeholder groups and drive adherence to deadlines. A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) is essential for this role. 

We are eager to engage with candidates who possess knowledge of PLC accounts, particularly those from top 10 audit firms, or those who have experience of working in large/multinational companies.  

Our Offer

We provide a supportive and innovative working environment with:

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Application Process

If you are a motivated and results-driven finance professional looking to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you meet the key qualifications for this role.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.

At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.

About Victrex

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices. With over 40 years‘ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholdersVision and culture At Victrex we have a clear purpose: to bring transformational and sustainable solutions which address world material challenges every day. This underpins our core values; passion, innovation and performance which are at the heart of our business.Our culture is shaped by how we work together, driving for results with a focus on customers, continuous improvement and doing the right thing. Our values, passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of our business and we value and recognise how every employee plays an important role in enabling us to deliver our growth strategy.Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities. We have recently become winners of the prestigious Ecovadis Silver Award, which is a universal acknowledgement of our sustainability rating as being in the top 5% of over 75,000 companies. We are also proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer.Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team. We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!That email is:

Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from allsections of the community. Please talk to us about flexible working.