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Head of External Reporting

  1. Finance
  2. Full-time

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Crawley, England, United Kingdom

You will provide technical finance leadership for the Group, working closely with stakeholders from FP&A, Tax, Treasury front office, Investor Relations, Communications and Legal teams. The role is responsible for ensuring technical accounting standards and Group accounting policies are complied with whilst providing consideration to the commercial realities of the business.

Team of 5 direct/indirect reports:

  • Group Treasury Controller
  • Group Accountant - responsible for supporting the Group Head of External Reporting on all aspects of the role including technical support and preparation of financial statements for annual report/interims, SOX controls
  • Assistant Group Accountant (reports to Group Accountant) - responsible for reporting on a number of finance/holding entities, preparation of statutory accounts, support on intangibles review process, SOX controls
  • Management Accountant - responsible for reporting central overheads, VAT returns, ONS returns, SOX controls
  • Assistant Accountant - responsible for reporting on a number of finance/holding entities, preparation of statutory accounts, deferred duty reconciliations, SOX controls
  • Accounts Assistant - responsible for all aspects of payroll accounting, SOX controls

Requirements:

  • ACA / ACCA qualified accountant with significant experience of working on a FTSE 100 / 250 audit, followed by experience of working in the Group FInance team of a FTSE 100/250 company
  • Experience of SEC reporting
  • Experience of working on SOX controls
  • Experience of leading or managing a back-office Treasury team (preferred)




Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
  • 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Healthcare
  • Free parking

At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute.

 

We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible if you have any individual requirements we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to (joanna.sharpe@rentokil-initial.com) if you need anything


Be Yourself in Your Application! At Rentokil Initial, we value innovation, but we want to see the real you! While AI can help with structure and grammar, make sure your application shows your true passion and understanding of the role. A personal touch will help you stand out. 

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