Senior finance leader responsible for financial control, governance and external reporting across Royal Mail and the Corporate Centre. Reports to the Director of Group Finance and leads a large, dispersed finance function while supporting major transformation, including SAP S/4HANA. You will be a trusted adviser to executive stakeholders, strengthening controls and ensuring quality reporting. This is a pivotal role during a period of significant change and capability-building in Finance.
Pay / Benefits
Car allowance or cash equivalent
Healthcare
35% annual bonus potential
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme with competitive contributions
NEST/CDC pension options after service
Responsibilities
Lead financial control, balance sheet governance and external reporting across Royal Mail and the Corporate Centre
Own UK inputs into Group consolidation and support robust Group external reporting
Lead statutory reporting, annual reporting and external audit activities
Provide guidance on complex accounting matters and IFRS interpretation
Strengthen controls and drive continuous improvement across governance and financial control processes
Prepare Board and Audit Committee papers and offer insight on risks and judgments
Lead finance transformation programmes ensuring governance, reporting and controls remain robust
Lead, develop and inspire large-scale finance teams across multiple locations
Key requirements
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Extensive leadership across financial accounting, external reporting and financial control
Strong IFRS knowledge and experience with complex accounting judgments
Experience supporting Group consolidation, statutory reporting and external audits
Strong understanding of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks
Experience leading large, geographically dispersed finance teams
Proven experience delivering finance transformation, process improvement and organizational change
Experience operating in a listed, regulated or large complex corporate environment
Executive presence and credibility with senior stakeholders
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