Head of Financial Reporting

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Role purpose and highlights

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, this is a newly created role arising from the continued expansion of the Group.

The Head of Financial Reporting leads the Group’s financial reporting function in a FTSE 100 listed environment, ensuring the timely and accurate production of the Group’s Annual Report & Accounts (ARA), interim financial statements and UK subsidiary statutory accounts. The role is responsible for the delivery of the Group’s external audit and interim review, Audit Committee reporting, and the implementation and monitoring of the Group’s financial control framework, including material controls (Provision 29) with respect to Finance.

The Head of Financial Reporting drives continuous improvement in reporting processes, controls, and systems. They are also accountable for the administration of the Group’s bonus models and share based payments accounting for the senior leadership schemes.

Halma’s autonomous operating model means that roles in Group functions are different from those in many large corporates. The agile and evolving nature of Halma’s business creates opportunities for individuals to broaden their knowledge and experience beyond their core area of expertise.

This role would suit a pragmatic self‑starter who enjoys the challenges and opportunities of working in a dynamic environment. We are looking for an ambitious, perpetually curious and dynamic individual who is comfortable operating in a model where each company is autonomous and accountable for its own business. As a result, the successful candidate must be able to work independently while also collaborating closely with Sector CFOs, Company CFOs and cross‑functionally to deliver the Group’s objectives.

Reporting lines

Reports: 2x Financial Reporting & Controls Managers,

2.5x Financial Reporting & Controls Accountants

• Statutory & Group Reporting

Maintain the highest standards of control and integrity over models that ultimately drive payments and Remuneration Committee reporting.

Oversee the design and implementation of a new, technology‑led, process‑improved bonus model.

Liaise closely with Sector Talent Directors and other Talent colleagues to deliver the annual performance management cycle in this area.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, develop, and mentor the Financial Reporting & Controls Managers and Accountants.

Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability within the reporting team and across the Group.

Support upskilling and cross-training to mitigate key person risk and build team resilience.

Liaise with other teams within the Group Financial Controller’s office to ensure objectives are delivered to a high standard.

Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a key liaison with Sector CFOs and Company CFOs to ensure alignment on reporting, controls, and audit matters.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver Group Finance objectives.

Key relationships

Internal

• Head of Group Accounting and Consolidation
• Financial Reporting & Controls Managers/Accountants
• Tax &Treasury
• Group FP&A & Investor Relations
• Integration teams
• Sector CFOs & Sector Talent Directors
• Company CFOs
• CFO & Audit Committee
• Sustainability Reporting Lead
• Finance Systems Lead,
  
  

External

• External auditors
• Technical advisers (e.g. valuation and pensions specialists)
  
  

Professional attributes

• Deep expertise in IFRS & UK GAAP, statutory reporting, and group consolidation in a global, PLC reporting environment.
• Big 4-trained, qualified accountant (ACA) with relevant post‑qualification experience.

Highly detail‑oriented, controls‑focussed and consistently delivers work to a high standard, with strong follow‑through.

Able to work independently with their team while collaborating closely across functions.

Analytical thinker with strong intellectual curiosity, a growth mindset and low ego.

Proven ability to lead and develop teams and to achieve objectives through influence rather than control.

Ability to navigate complex global organisations: commercially aware and able to deliver while understanding the impact on small, highly decentralised OpCos and other functions.

Confident and credible when dealing with senior internal and external stakeholders.

Dynamic individual who enjoys continuous improvement, leveraging technology to enhance and simplify processes.

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