PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RECRUITMENT - The best appointment you'll make
Are you a qualified finance professional with strong group reporting expertise, looking for a leadership opportunity?
W&A is supporting an organisation seeking a Group Reporting Manager on a 15 month contract. Based in the Scottish Borders, this hybrid role requires two days per week on site, offering the chance to play a pivotal part in a high performing finance function.
The Opportunity
Lead the preparation, consolidation and analysis of group financial results, ensuring timely, accurate reporting under IFRS. You’ll be a key liaison between regional finance teams and senior leadership, driving process improvements and strengthening financial controls while providing insightful analysis to support decision making.
Key Responsibilities
Own the group consolidation file and ensure compliance with IFRS and internal policies.
Manage, coach and develop a small finance team.
Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting from affiliates to meet deadlines and group expectations.
Present consolidated results and insights to senior stakeholders.
Lead external audit coordination and resolve queries promptly.
Maintain a robust control environment; prepare statutory accounts and supporting documentation.
Support treasury activities (cash forecasting and liquidity planning).
Champion process improvements and reporting automation.
What You’ll Bring
Chartered Accountant (or equivalent) with solid post qualification experience.
Proven background in group consolidation and statutory reporting.
People leadership experience with the ability to develop others.
Advanced Excel; experience with major finance ERPs (Microsoft Dynamics advantageous).
Clear communicator, strong stakeholder management, detail driven and deadline focused.
Package & Benefits
Salary: £80,000–£85,000
Hybrid working: 2 days per week on site in the Scottish Borders
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Why Apply?
High-impact role with senior stakeholder visibility.
Opportunity to shape reporting processes and controls.
Blend of technical ownership, leadership and continuous improvement.
To learn more or apply, please contact Andrea Green or Guy Gracie at contractors@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.