Group Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager

Your new company 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. 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 Own IFRS 15: Review complex client contracts, pin down performance obligations, and ensure revenue is recognised accurately and on time. Write technical papers: Produce clear memos, journals and support for new and existing revenue arrangements. Drive month‑end accuracy: Deliver high‑quality revenue and balance sheet entries across monthly, quarterly and annual closes. Be the go-to expert: Guide finance teams and auditors with clear, confident technical advice. Strengthen controls: Improve and embed IFRS 15 processes and controls across the group. Support wider reporting: Contribute to IFRS 16, IFRS 2 and help lead the group's rollout of IFRS 18. What You'll Need to Succeed: ACA qualified, ideally from a top audit firm. Strong technical accounting skills, especially IFRS 15 (IFRS 16/IFRS 2 is a plus). Experience in the media, digital, consulting or tech sectors is highly valuable. Sharp analytical skills and strong Excel. Clear communicator who can explain technical issues simply. Detail driven, proactive and calm under deadlines. UK right to work required. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. 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)