Finance Manager - External Group Reporting

Tesco UK • Shire Park, Kestral Way, Welwyn Garden City • Permanent • Apply by 25-May-2026

My job as a member of the Group Control team is to deliver timely and accurate periodic and bi-annual financial reporting, and to ensure financial processes operate efficiently in compliance with agreed key controls. I have a strong technical accounting capability, and a passion for spotting and implementing process and system improvements.

What is in it for you

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• Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (12 months service required at the qualifying date) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
• Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing

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You will be responsible for

• Support the preparation and delivery of accurate and timely Group external financial reporting, in line with IFRS and Group accounting policies, including responsibility for key primary statements and components of the financial statements
• Act as the primary point of contact for an allocated Business Unit, liaising with Financial Controllers, reviewing periodic performance, and driving improvements in how results are presented and explained
• Support the delivery of periodic results, including presenting and analysing key areas to the Group Corporate Finance Director and Group Control Director
• Prepare and review accounting papers for key transactions, clearly explaining complex issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Engage with auditors on both routine and ad hoc matters, including preparing supporting documentation and accounting papers
• Deliver ad hoc projects to support continuous improvement of the Group's external reporting processes
• Support and embed strong Internal Controls over Financial Reporting across all key processes

You will need

• Strong understanding of control functions, end-to-end business reporting, and IFRS (with proven application in practice)
• Qualified Chartered Accountant (audit background or financial control experience in a complex, fast-paced environment)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to work autonomously and within teams, manage time effectively, and drive change while meeting tight deadlines

About us

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At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

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