Group Finance Manager at Hays Accountancy and Finance

Position Group Finance Manager
Posted 12 Jan 2026
Expired 11 Feb 2026
Company Hays Accountancy and Finance
Location Central London | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Description

The Company

Are you an ambitious finance professional looking to make an impact at a global level? We're seeking a Group Finance Manager to join a London-based Comms business and play a pivotal role in shaping their financial reporting and control environment.


Reporting directly to the Head of Group Finance, you'll lead critical processes across global accounting, consolidation, technical accounting, and internal/external reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your expertise will drive transformation and best practice.Your Role

  • Own the external reporting timetable and deliver seamless quarter, half-year, and year-end reporting in collaboration with regional teams.
  • Lead financial accounting activities, including acquisition-related accounting.
  • Act as the key liaison with Group auditors and manage the audit process.
  • Deliver robust monthly group consolidation and management reporting packs.
  • Drive improvements in month-end close processes and support major finance projects (InterCompany, Entity Rationalisation).
  • Develop and enhance SOX control policies and procedures.
  • Support financial systems projects, including ERP and consolidation system implementation.
  • Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.


What you'll need to succeed

  • Must be ACA qualified, ideally Top 10 trained.
  • Experience in a PLC or listed company environment.
  • Post-qualification experience within a large organisation.
  • Proven track record in M&A, systems implementation, transformation, and controls.
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and ideally US GAAP.
  • Proficiency in financial ERP systems.


What you need to do now

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Job Info:

  • Company: Hays Accountancy and Finance
  • Position: Group Finance Manager
  • Work Location: Central London
  • Country: GB

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