Senior Group Reporting Manager

Cedar is currently partnered with a PE-backed global professional services firm to appoint an Interim Senior Group Reporting Manager. This is a 6-month contract, paying £650-£750 per day, Outside IR35. The business is seeking an experienced interim to start at short notice.

The CompanyThis international organisation has expanded rapidly through both acquisition and organic growth. Operating across more than 40 countries, the group is now focused on strengthening its central finance capability, standardising group-level reporting, and improving audit readiness. With private equity ownership driving increased reporting cadence and operational rigour, the environment offers both complexity and pace.

The RoleReporting into the Group Finance Director, the Interim Senior Group Reporting Manager will lead group consolidation and reporting activity, managing a team of qualified accountants to deliver timely management, investor, and statutory outputs.

You'll also support integration of acquired entities, ensure consistent accounting treatment across regions, and provide insight to internal and external stakeholders during high-pressure reporting periods. The remit includes year-end planning, multi-currency consolidation, working capital analysis, and ad hoc investor reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading monthly group reporting, including consolidated management and investor packs
• Reviewing submissions from international teams and managing intercompany reconciliations
• Overseeing statutory accounts and audit delivery across a complex international structure
• Managing UK entity filings and supporting first-year audits for acquired businesses
• Supporting technical queries, compliance, and internal control improvements across the group
• Partnering with Tax, Treasury and FP&A on strategic initiatives and analysis
• Driving continuous improvement across reporting processes and team output
• Overseeing year-end readiness and supporting audit timelines across multiple jurisdictions
• Managing a small qualified team, providing coaching, quality review and development support

Your ProfileWe're looking for:

• Chartered Accountant with significant PQE in group reporting roles within complex, multinational environments
• Strong technical understanding of IFRS, particularly in relation to consolidations, audit, and acquisition accounting
• Proven experience leading audits and statutory reporting across large international groups
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to review, challenge, and improve outputs
• Comfort working under pressure and adapting to fast-paced investor and stakeholder requests
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence cross-functionally
• Availability to start immediately or at short notice

Compensation & BenefitsThis is a high-impact role in a fast-paced, PE-backed organisation. The day rate of £650-£750 (Outside IR35) reflects the technical complexity and leadership required.

The business operates a hybrid working model, with three days per week required in their central London office, particularly during key reporting and audit periods.