Practice - Financial Reporting Executive

Location Manchester
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
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Financial Reporting Executive

Location: Manchester
Division: Audit – Financial Reporting Support
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary Guide: £38,000 – £48,000 (depending on experience and qualification level)

Overview

Due to continued expansion, the firm is seeking a highly motivated Financial Reporting Executive to join their Manchester office. This newly developed function will elevate the delivery of financial reporting and statutory accounts preparation for a growing portfolio of audit clients — enabling Audit teams to focus on assurance while enhancing service quality.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven accounting professional to add immediate value and contribute to improved technical reporting, efficiency, and client experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of statutory accounts, financial statements, consolidations and disclosures in line with relevant standards including:

    • UK GAAP

    • Charities SORP

    • Housing SORP

    • IFRS (preferred but not essential)

  • Supporting audit teams with accounting queries, including direct communication with clients where required.

  • Assisting with the finalisation of statutory financial statement production as part of audit engagements.

  • Acting as a key point of contact for audit teams and clients regarding financial reporting matters.

  • Identifying key areas of judgement and disclosure requirements based on client-specific circumstances.

  • Liaising across internal departments to ensure deadlines, expectations and service quality are met.

  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and regulatory updates relevant to the client base.

  • Providing general and ad-hoc technical support to the audit function where required.

Candidate Requirements

Experience & Skills

  • Previous experience preparing full statutory accounts within a professional services or practice environment.

  • Knowledge of multiple financial reporting frameworks including UK GAAP and at least one specialist SORP (Housing, Charities etc.).

  • Experience with IFRS would be beneficial but not essential.

  • Audit experience is advantageous but not required.

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to confidently engage with stakeholders and clients.

  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and delivering exceptional client service.

Qualifications

  • Fully qualified ACA / ACCA (or equivalent) preferred.

  • Consideration may also be given to part-qualified or qualified-by-experience individuals with strong technical skills.

What This Role Offers

  • A unique opportunity to shape and contribute to a newly formed reporting-focused service offering.

  • A varied portfolio including listed entities, large corporates, charities, academies and owner-managed businesses.

  • A supportive environment with access to technical specialists and ongoing professional development opportunities.

  • Strong progression routes and the ability to become a recognised subject-matter specialist.

Interested? Contact Details

For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact:

Carly Dunn
Divisional Talent Manager
07706 309606
carly@supreme-ss.com