Interim Head of Group Reporting

Intro

Cedar is currently partnered with an international industrial manufacturing and engineering group to secure an Interim Head of Group Reporting. This is a high-impact technical finance role on an initial contract, paying a competitive day rate, and based in Surrey 2-3 days per week (with an office move anticipated).

The Company

Our client is a global manufacturer supplying performance-critical electronics and components across a range of sectors, including aerospace, medical, defence, and industrial. With international operations and increasing business complexity, they now seek a strong technical finance leader to ensure best-in-class financial reporting and compliance.

The Role

As Interim Head of Group Reporting, you will :

• Lead the preparation and delivery of consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS and UK regulatory requirements.
• Manage monthly, half-year, and year-end close processes across a multi-jurisdictional group.
• Own and maintain the group consolidation system, including chart of accounts and reporting hierarchies.
• Coordinate group audit activity and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Partner with the Group FC, CFO and investor relations on the Annual Report, presentations, and technical input.

Monitor and implement changes in IFRS and other regulatory requirements...