Head of External Reporting :Rentokil

You will provide technical finance leadership for the Group, working closely with stakeholders from FP&A, Tax, Treasury front office, Investor Relations, Communications and Legal teams. The role is responsible for ensuring technical accounting standards and Group accounting policies are complied with whilst providing consideration to the commercial realities of the business. Team of 5 direct/indirect reports:

• Group Treasury Controller
• Group Accountant - responsible for supporting the Group Head of External Reporting on all aspects of the role including technical support and preparation of financial statements for annual report/interims, SOX controls
• Assistant Group Accountant (reports to Group Accountant) - responsible for reporting on a number of finance/holding entities, preparation of statutory accounts, support on intangibles review process, SOX controls
• Management Accountant - responsible for reporting central overheads, VAT returns, ONS returns, SOX controls
• Assistant Accountant - responsible for reporting on a number of finance/holding entities, preparation of statutory accounts, deferred duty reconciliations, SOX controls
• Accounts Assistant - responsible for all aspects of payroll accounting, SOX controls
  
  ACA / ACCA qualified accountant with significant experience of working on a FTSE 100 / 250 audit, followed by experience of working in the Group FInance team of a FTSE 100/250 company
• Experience of SEC reporting
• Experience of working on SOX controls
• Experience of leading or managing a back-office Treasury team (preferred)
  
  Manor Royal Business District is the biggest business park of the Gatwick Diamond area and one of the south east's premier mixed activity employment hubs.
Enviable location and connections Situated at the heart of the Gatwick Diamond on the Sussex and Surrey county borders, just two miles from London Gatwick Airport, a major motorway junction (M23 Junctoion 10) and two mainline railway stations (Gatwick Airport and Three Bridges), Manor Royal is a popular choice for a diverse range of occupiers including a host of blue chip global brands. Manor Royal in numbers
• One of the biggest business parks in the South East.
• Covers an area of 539 acres - that's over 300 football pitches.
• 700 properties
• 500 businesses
• 30,000 people
Manor Royal more than a number Since the formation of the Manor Royal Business Group (MRBG), an association of Manor Royal based business and firms, being on Manor Royal means being part of something. You're never just a number. Manor Royal makes sense Scale, diversity, location and great connectivity with a property offer to match means Manor Royal based firms are never far away from their suppliers, customers and a talented workforce.


• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
• 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Healthcare
• Free parking
At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute. We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible if you have any individual requirements we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to (joanna.sharpe@rentokil-initial.com) if you need anything