Technical Accounting & Group Reporting Manager

Technical Accounting & Group Reporting Manager - List Tech Group - Competitive Salary + Bonus

Your new companyA global tech group is looking for a Technical Accountant 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.
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.
Your New Role

  • Lead on IFRS 15 compliance: Analyse complex client contracts, identify performance obligations, assess control transfer, and ensure accurate revenue recognition across a services‐based business.
  • Prepare technical accounting documentation: Produce memos, journal entries and supporting schedules for new and existing revenue arrangements.
  • Own key parts of month‐end close: Support monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles with accurate revenue and related balance sheet entries.
  • Act as a trusted technical point of contact: Provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders and external auditors, ensuring smooth and well‐supported audit processes.
  • Strengthen revenue controls: Contribute to the design and optimisation of central controls around IFRS 15.
  • Support wider group reporting: Assist with other technical areas including IFRS 16 (leases), IFRS 2 (share‐based payments), and play a lead role in the Group's implementation of IFRS 18.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience – Ideally Big 4 background
  • Deep knowledge of IFRS 15, plus exposure to IFRS 16 and IFRS 2.
  • A background in services, digital media, advertising, consulting, or technology is highly beneficial.
  • Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability.
  • Excellent communicator able to translate technical concepts for non‐finance stakeholders.
  • Proactive, detail‐oriented, and comfortable working under deadlines.
  • Holds the right to work in the UK.

Job Details

Company
HAYS
Location
London, UK
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted