Interim Head of Group Reporting - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyJoin a dynamic, private equity-backed group undergoing rapid growth and transformation. The company is executing a buy-and-build strategy with a planned exit in 2026. With a hybrid base in London, the company is focused on strengthening its finance capabilities to support high-quality reporting and transaction readiness.Your new roleAs Head of Reporting, you'll be instrumental in preparing the group for a successful exit. This hands-on, fixed-term role offers exposure to senior leadership and external advisors, and includes:

• Leading monthly group reporting and consolidation across multiple entities
• Enhancing data hygiene and standardising financial processes
• Producing board and management packs with clear, insightful analysis
• Supporting vendor due diligence and investor-readiness activities
• Collaborating with external advisors on transaction-related requirements
• Acting as a key support to the Group Finance Director
• Mentoring subsidiary finance teams to raise reporting standards
• Driving improvements in reporting systems, controls, and data integrity

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in group reporting, consolidations, and financial controls
• Exposure to buy-side, sell-side, or exit readiness transactions
• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach with a delivery mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in professional services or PE-backed environments is a plus.

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