SF Recruitment is pleased to be working in partnership with a local Nottinghamshire business who are looking to recruit a Group Statutory Reporting and Audit Manager to join the company on a 6 month FTC.

The organisation are a well known employer within the Nottingham area, taking pride in offering an excellent working culture alongside attractive employee benefits propositions.
About the role:

The Group Reporting and Audit Manager will be responsible for overseeing the preparation of statutory financial reports for the group alongside conducting the internal audit.
Main duties and responsibilities include:

- Prepare and submit timely and accurate statutory financial statements for the group and its subsidiaries.
- Ensure adherence to local and group accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors for annual audits, including preparation of a timetable for the delivery of the process.
- Develop and maintain financial reporting policies and procedures.
- Ensure all corporate tax returns are delivered on time.
- Manage group tax position and advise on complex tax matters including local and international tax position.
- Production of RDEC returns.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
- Stay updated with changes in financial regulations and accounting standards, and assess their impact on the group's financial reporting.
- Implement necessary changes in reporting processes to comply with new standards and regulation.
- Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
- Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, ensuring all required documentation is prepared and available in a timely manner.
- Address audit queries and ensure timely resolution of any audit issues.

About you:

The successful candidate will have experience will have a strong background in finance, internal audit, and treasury management, coupled with excellent leadership and analytical skills.

Other skills and experience required

- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA or similar) with at least 4 years post qualification experience.
- Experience of FRS 102 statutory accounts preparation, financial controls and the audit process.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance.
- Experience in managing audits and working with external auditors.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in financial reporting and advanced MS Excel skills