Interim Global Head of Reporting

About The Role

Interim Global Head of Reporting
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
London | Hybrid Working
£110,000 - £120,000 + Benefits

A leading UK-listed media organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Global Head of Reporting to join its high-performing finance function on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a pivotal leadership role within a complex international business, offering responsibility for external reporting, group consolidation, technical accounting oversight, and stakeholder engagement at executive and board level. The successful candidate will play a key role during a period of increased reporting activity and strategic change.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of annual and interim external financial reporting.
- Oversee the monthly group consolidation and reporting process.
- Manage senior reporting and technical accounting teams.
- Act as the primary contact for external auditors and support Audit Committee reporting.
- Lead the implementation and communication of new accounting standards.
- Review complex technical accounting matters and support corporate transaction activity.
- Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, controls, and systems.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.

About You
- ACA or ACCA qualified accountant.
- Significant experience within Group Reporting, Financial Controllership, or Corporate Reporting functions.
- Strong UK-listed company experience, including annual reports and interim statements.
- Deep knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Proven experience managing senior stakeholders, auditors, and governance processes.
- Demonstrated leadership capability in complex, fast-paced environments.

What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to lead a critical reporting function within a large, well-known organisation.
- Exposure to senior leadership, board-level reporting, and strategic projects.
- Competitive salary (up to £120K + 10% bonus) and benefits package.
- Hybrid working environment with flexibility outside key reporting periods.

If you're an experienced Group Reporting leader available for an interim assignment and looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.