Head of Financial Reporting & Tax

About Motability:
Robert Half are proud to be partnering with Motability Operations on a sole agency basis to recruit a 'Head of Financial Reporting and Tax'. Motability Operations is a unique organisation which blends a strong sense of purpose with commercial expertise; dedicated to providing worry-free mobility solutions to over 700,000 customers and their families across the UK. As the largest car fleet operator in the UK, the company purchases around 10% of all new cars sold in the country, working with a network of approximately 5,000 car dealers and all major manufacturers.
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Purpose of the Role:
As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership team, reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Financial Reporting and Tax will lead a specialised team and ensure sound financial reporting and tax compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and managing the Financial Reporting and Tax team of 8.
Preparing and publishing external financial statements, including the Annual consolidated Group Financial Statement, Annual subsidiary Financial Statement and Half-yearly consolidated Group Financial Statement, ensuring accuracy and compliance with audit standards.
Staying ahead of new reporting standards and audit requirements each year.
Ensuring tax compliance and maintaining a strong relationship with HMRC, overseeing the submission of Corporation Tax returns and quarterly instalment payments.
Managing the Tax Risk Control Framework and representing the Group in review sessions with HMRC.
Presenting updates on emerging accounting issues to the Audit Committee and tax issues to the Risk Committee.
Advising on the tax and external financial reporting implications of new initiatives and projects.
Producing monthly management accounts for internal use.
About You:
In this role, you will demonstrate the ability to work independently, confidently showcasing your expertise as the leading technical authority in your area.
You will lead your team with vision, setting objectives and holding accountability for the department's decisions. This role involves solving complex technical, operational, and organisational challenges and collaborating with various departments to achieve excellence.
The candidate will manage high-impact projects, engaging with internal and external stakeholders to drive success.
Building and maintaining business relationships with external partners will be key. You will empower your team to embrace change and understand their roles within it, ensuring strategic alignment and departmental impact.
Experience with audit teams and HMRC is essential. The candidate should bring a wealth of knowledge and practices, confident in interpreting business challenges and driving improvements in products and services.
What's on Offer:
The company embraces a hybrid working model, promoting a healthy work-life balance and allowing the team to work remotely up to two days per week while also leveraging collaborative office spaces.
As a valued member of Motability Operations, the candidate can expect a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:
An annual discretionary bonus
15% non-contributory pension
Life assurance at 4 times basic salary
Employee Discount Scheme with a wide range of retailers
Discounted Electric/Hybrid Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
28 days annual leave with the option to purchase or sell days
Funded Private Medical Insurance
Critical illness insurance
One paid day per year to volunteer
Motability's Commitment to Inclusivity:
Motability Operations is committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone feels empowered to bring their true selves to work. The company encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and strives to create a culture where employees can thrive and are rewarded equally, regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or gender.
The offices are fully accessible, and the company accommodates part-time and flexible working requests whenever possible, fostering a culture of trust, empowerment, and flexibility.
Please note that Robert Half is the exclusive agency managing the recruitment for this position. Any direct applications will be redirected to Robert Half.