Group Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

Your new company<br><br>Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.<br><br>A Global Media Group is looking for a Group Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to join its high‑performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in‑house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation.<br><br>Reporting to the Head of Group Reporting, you'll play a key role in interpreting accounting standards, strengthening compliance across the group, and partnering with finance teams worldwide.<br><br>Your New Role<br><br>Own IFRS 15: Review complex client contracts, pin down performance obligations, and ensure revenue is recognised accurately and on time.<br>Write technical papers: Produce clear memos, journals and support for new and existing revenue arrangements.<br>Drive month‑end accuracy: Deliver high‑quality revenue and balance sheet entries across monthly, quarterly and annual closes.<br>Be the go-to expert: Guide finance teams and auditors with clear, confident technical advice.<br>Strengthen controls: Improve and embed IFRS 15 processes and controls across the group.<br>Support wider reporting: Contribute to IFRS 16, IFRS 2 and help lead the group's rollout of IFRS 18.<br><br>What You'll Need to Succeed:<br><br>ACA qualified, ideally from a top audit firm.<br>Strong technical accounting skills, especially IFRS 15 (IFRS 16/IFRS 2 is a plus).<br>Experience in the media, digital, consulting or tech sectors is highly valuable.<br>Sharp analytical skills and strong Excel.<br>Clear communicator who can explain technical issues simply.<br>Detail driven, proactive and calm under deadlines.<br>UK right to work required.<br>What you need to do now<br><br>If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.<br><br>If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. xwzovoh <br><br>Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)