Head of Group Reporting

Cedar is working with a large, well-established industrial manufacturing group to secure an Interim Head of Group Reporting. The role is based in Surrey on a hybrid pattern (3 days per week in the office). It is a 6-month contract, paying £700-850 per day.

The Company

This is a highly reputable, international organisation operating across the industrial and engineering sectors. The business has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, with finance seen as an integral partner to operations and senior leadership. With a talented finance leadership team in place, this is an environment where technical expertise is valued, and the reporting function plays a central role in delivering clarity and control.

The Role

You will take full responsibility for group-level reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insight across the finance function. This is a hands-on role, with direct use of HFM (Hyperion) for consolidation, analysis, and reporting.

• Deliver consolidated financial statements in line with IFRS requirements.
• Oversee monthly, half-year, and year-end close processes, coordinating with global finance teams.
• Take a proactive role in HFM consolidations, reporting outputs, and issue resolution.
• Add value to reporting with analytical insight and FP&A support.

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