A market leading global PE backed group are looking for a Head of Group Financial Reporting. This role will take ownership for the consolidation of the group entities and the integration of these entities in to the group reporting function. This role will drive process improvements projects within the group financial reporting function.Responsibilities:Consolidation of multiple entities and the integration of these entities in to the group reporting functionLead the accurate and timely completion of external financial reportingProduction of subsidiary Statutory Accounts for all legal entities.Responsible for the planning and execution of the annual and interim audit timetables and management of the auditors to ensure a smooth and timely process.Supporting the Group Financial Controller in preparing papers for the Board and Audit Committee.Responsible for the implementation of changes to IFRS across the Group.Preparation and approval co-ordination of proposed new accounting policies.Review and preparation of the going concern, investment appraisal and goodwill models.Management of the share-based payment calculations related to various SAYE and share option schemes.Responsible for the correct reporting of intangible assets, both acquired and internally developed capitalised expenditure.Technical lead for acquisition accounting and support in the integration of newly acquired businesses and the impact on reporting.Support project on legal structure rationalisation and simplific