As the Head of Financial Reporting for a large plc business in London, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely statutory and non-statutory reporting across the group. You''ll take the lead in maintaining technical accounting compliance, managing external audits, and upholding a robust financial control framework. Additionally, you''ll oversee the preparation and presentation of financial information for the Annual Report and lead the audit process.This role offers exceptional flexibility, including remote working with occasional in-office meetings and flexible hours to suit the needs of the ideal candidate.Key ResponsibilitiesGroup Financial Reporting: Oversee the statutory reporting process to ensure timely and accurate financial submissions.Compliance and Governance: Ensure external reporting complies with IFRS, Disclosure and Transparency rules, and Companies Act requirements.Audit Management: Plan and execute annual and interim audit timetables, liaising with auditors to ensure smooth and timely processes.Board Support: Prepare audit-related papers and technical board papers, including updates on new accounting policies.Judgment Review: Oversee significant accounting judgments, including Going Concern, Viability Assessment, and Goodwill models.Leadership: Manage, motivate, and develop a team of Statutory Accountants.Change Management: Lead finance transformation projects, legal structure rationalization, and the integration of acquisitions.Best ..... full job details .....