Head of Statutory Financial Reporting
Imperial War Museum Closing date: Sun, 29 Nov 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
- Apply now
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Working closely with senior leaders across the organisation, you'll lead financial accounting, statutory reporting, financial control and public accountability reporting. You'll partner with colleagues across Finance, Governance, Procurement and operational teams, while building strong relationships with external stakeholders. You'll help shape the future of financial reporting at IWM, driving improvements in processes, systems and controls while ensuring the organisation remains audit-ready and compliant with its statutory obligations.
Job Requirements
A recognised CCAB accounting qualification or equivalent, together with significant post-qualification experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting, audit or financial control.
Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and reporting frameworks, including Charities SORP, Government FreM and FRS 102.
Experience leading the preparation of annual statutory accounts, consolidated financial statements, audit working papers and external audits.
Experience working within government, charity, public sector, arm's-length body or similarly regulated reporting environments.
A strong understanding of financial controls, balance sheet management, reconciliations, journals, audit evidence and year-end processes.
Experience overseeing VAT, tax, treasury, statutory returns, HMRC compliance and banking controls.
Proven leadership experience, including managing, developing and supporting technical finance teams.
The ability to manage multiple priorities and high-profile deadlines acro
Job Responsibilities
Lead the preparation and delivery of IWM's Annual Report and Accounts, ensuring compliance with Charities SORP, Government Financial Reporting Manual requirements and relevant accounting standards.
Own the year-end close process, audit timetable and statutory reporting cycle, ensuring deadlines, responsibilities and evidence requirements are clearly defined and delivered.
Act as the primary Finance contact for the National Audit Office, external auditors and internal stakeholders throughout the audit process.
Lead IWM's financial reporting relationship with DCMS, overseeing monthly, quarterly, annual and ad hoc financial returns.
Provide expert technical accounting advice on complex issues including charity accounting, public sector reporting, grants, leases, reserves, fixed assets, heritage assets and group structures.
Maintain and strengthen IWM's financial accounting control framework, ensuring balance sheet integrity and robust reconciliation processes.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Head of Statutory Financial Reporting
- Salary: £50k+
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Finance
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Sun, 29 Nov 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
- Contact name: Eve Clark
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Imperial War Museum
IWM tells the story of people who have lived, fought and died in conflicts involving Britain and the Commonwealth since the First World War.
We challenge people to look at conflict from different perspectives, enriching their understanding of the causes, course and consequences of war and its impact on people’s lives.
Our staff play a crucial role in caring for our unique collections, welcoming our visitors to our five branches and ensuring we continue to preserve and share powerful personal s