Head of Financial Reporting

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a prestigious organisation based in St Andrews, Fife, for the appointment of a Head of Financial Reporting. This is a substantial and complex organisation with multiple entities, various funding streams and a broad stakeholder base. Following a period of finance transformation and systems development, we are seeking an experienced finance leader, ideally at Financial Controller level, to further strengthen the organisation's financial reporting, governance and control environment.This is a key position within Finance providing financial stewardship across the organisation and its subsidiary entities. The successful candidate will lead the Financial Reporting team of three, whilst ensuring the delivery of robust financial reporting, regulatory compliance and continuous process improvement. This role offers a salary up to £65,000 + 39 days annual leave, 14.5% employer pension contribution and flexible hybrid working (minimum of 2 days a week in office).The OpportunityYou will take responsibility for all aspects of monthly and annual financial reporting, financial governance and statutory compliance across the organisation and its subsidiary entities.Leading a dedicated Financial Reporting team, you will oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements, manage key relationships with both external and internal auditors, and ensure the continued development of efficient, effective and well-controlled financial processes. The role combines high-level technical accounting expertise with leadership, stakeholder engagement and strategic project involvement.Key responsibilities include:Leading the financial reporting function, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end reportingOverseeing the preparation of consolidated annual financial statements and statutory reporting requirementsManaging relationships with external auditors and coordinating the annual audit processEnsuring robust balance sheet control and reconciliation processes across the organisationPreparing financial performance reports and executive reporting for senior management and governance committeesProviding technical accounting guidance on complex financial mattersOverseeing the preparation of regulatory submissions and external reporting requirementsSupporting the ongoing development of financial systems, reporting capability and process efficiencyLeading financial governance activities, including financial regulations, delegated authorities and policy developmentDriving improvements across financial controls, month-end processes and reporting efficiencySupporting strategic projects and leading the implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory changesManaging, mentoring and developing the Financial Reporting team and contributing to the wider leadership of the Finance functionThe CandidateWe are seeking a qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, ICAS, CIMA or equivalent) with extensive financial reporting and financial control experience gained within a complex ideally multi-entity organisation.You will be a technically strong finance leader with experience of managing reporting teams, leading audit processes and delivering high-quality financial information to senior stakeholders. Equally important will be your ability to build relationships, influence decision-making and drive continuous improvement across systems and processes. You may have gained experience within a professional practice environment (working with complex organisations) or within the public or private sector.We're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate:Professional accounting qualification with significant post-qualified experienceStrong technical accounting expertise, including preparation of statutory financial statements under FRS 102Experience leading month-end and year-end reporting processes within a complex, ideally organisationA proven track record of managing external audits and working with internal audit functionsExperience leading and developing high-performing finance teamsStrong financial control, governance and balance sheet management experienceExcellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearlyAdvanced Excel and financial data analysis capabilitiesExperience of ERP systems and finance transformation projectsA proactive, organised and continuous improvement mindsetWhat's on OfferIn addition to a visible leadership role within a respected and values-driven organisation, the successful candidate will receive:A salary of £60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience14.5% employer pension contribution39 days annual leaveFlexible and hybrid working arrangements (minimum 2 days a week in the office)Exposure to significant finance transformation and strategic projectsA collaborative and supportive working environmentThe chance to make a meaningful impact within a complex and purpose-driven organisationNext StepsPlease apply with your full CV or, to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Lynsey Campbell, Recruitment Director at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment, for a confidential discussion. A full candidate information pack is available upon request. Closing date Wed 4th November.