Group Financial Reporting Manager - Stoke 40,000- 55,000

Location: Stoke-on-Trent Salary: 40,000- 50,000 Type: Permanent, Full-timeHybrid: 3 days onsite

Looking to make the move from practice into a reporting focused, group-level role? This could be the ideal next step.

We're recruiting a Group Financial Reporting Manager for an established business in Stoke. An international business offering exposure to technical reporting, cross-border activity, and major finance transformation projects.

Perfect for a practice-trained accountant seeking their first or second move into industry.

Reporting:

• Lead the external audit process

• Drive year-end statutory and group reporting

• Manage consolidated R&D tax credit claims and coordinate with external advisers

• Oversee consolidation of corporation tax and insurance packs

• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and best practice

Projects:

• Deliver and manage finance-led transformation projects (ERP, automation, M&A, process redesign, etc.)

• Work cross-functionally to meet project deadlines and budgets

• Report on project risks, costs, and progress to senior leadership

• Document and train on new systems/processes to embed change

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

• Degree-educated with a strong technical accounting background

• Audit training and group reporting experience essential

• Exposure to international operations, foreign currency, and complex consolidation

• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

This is a rare opportunity to blend technical accounting and project leadership in a high-visibility role. Ideal for someone looking to transition out of practice while continuing to leverage their technical expertise in a dynamic group environment.