Financial Reporting Manager

KennedyPearce are hiring a Global Financial Reporting Manager for a media agency in London, working 3-4 days in the office. This is a 12 month FTC and we are looking for an experienced Global Financial Reporting Manager to support senior leadership through accurate reporting, financial analysis, and continuous improvement across global finance operations. The Role You will oversee the preparation, review, and presentation of Group Management Accounts while managing month-end consolidation processes and supporting global finance teams across multiple territories.

You'll lead a team of Global Reporting Analysts, collaborate closely with FP&A, treasury, audit, and senior stakeholders, and provide technical accounting expertise across a range of reporting matters including IFRS and business integrations. Key Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and presentation of Group Management Accounts for senior leadership

Manage global month-end consolidation and reporting processes

Oversee and develop a team of Global Reporting Analysts

Support forecasting and planning cycles with detailed financial analysis

Maintain and enhance financial controls and reporting processes

Provide technical accounting support across IFRS matters, including IFRS 16 and business combinations

Partner with international finance teams on consolidation and reporting requirements

Support external audit processes and key financial reporting projects

Drive continuous improvement across reporting systems, controls, and KPIs

The ideal candidate: You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in global financial reporting, IFRS, and team leadership.

We're looking for someone who has

Experience managing reporting cycles within a global finance environment

Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly IFRS

Excellent analytical and communication skills

The ability to lead, coach, and develop teams

Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines

Advanced Excel skills

A collaborative mindset and confidence working with international stakeholders

An interest in music and the entertainment industry

Knowledge of HFM systems is advantageous.