Consolidation & Internal Reporting Manager

Job Introduction

Why Dechra?
 
Thank you for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about joining Dechra. 

A career at Dechra is different. Sure, we’re a growing global company with a presence in 27 countries but our purpose is simple – to achieve the sustainable improvement of animal health and welfare globally. 

If you want to be part of a team that invests in your future and ensures you have the support to reach your full potential and thrive, please read on.  

 
The Opportunity 

Under the oversight of an experienced manager, drive the end‑to‑end group consolidation and internal reporting cycle, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual results. Steward the control environment for close and consolidation and provide insight that improves decision‑making across the business. Act as system/process owner for the group consolidation tool, HFM, and be a key partner to FP&A, and the wider Controllership organisation

Role Responsibility 
 
So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including: 
 

Group Consolidation & Close

• Orchestrate the global month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close calendar; drive on‑time, right‑first‑time submissions from Business Units.
• Execute multi‑currency consolidation including eliminations (intercompany, investment, dividends), minority interest/NCI, equity method, and FX translation/remeasurement.
• Review and approve entity submissions and resolve data quality issues 
• Maintain consolidation structures (chart of accounts, entities, legal hierarchies, metadata and security) and approve master‑data changes.

Internal Management Reporting

• Produce consolidated management P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and key schedules (bridge/variance, FX/one‑offs) at Group and Divisional level.
• Review entity reporting and synthesize insights and risk that could impact our adherence  with IFRS.

Accounting Policy & Controls

• Ensure results align with Group accounting policies  and local statutory considerations.
• Own key close controls and SOX/ICFR evidence (journal approvals, consolidation adjustments, intercompany, suspense/clearing, system access).
• Coordinate external audit requests relating to consolidation, cash flow methodology, and disclosure support.

Intercompany & Balance Sheet Integrity

• Monitor adherence with global intercompany policy; drive timely reconciliation and elimination of mismatches.
• Participate in the review of balance sheet flux reviews and account reconciliations; monitor KPIs for aging, suspense, and data quality.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Play a role in coaching and developing a geographically diverse controllership team.
• Build trusted relationships with Business Unit Controllers, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Technical Accounting, Shared Services, and External Audit.

Projects & Change

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (close acceleration, internal control enhancement, zero‑touch consolidations, data lineage).

 
The Candidate 
 
Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer. We know that individuals’ unique background and experience can bring a wealth of variety and expertise to our global workforce. For this role, we’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are: 

• Proven progressive experience in group consolidation of and/or audit of multinational groups.
• Hands on expertise with enterprise consolidation tools (e.g.,  HFM) and large ERPs (e.g S4 Hana).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP, multi currency, intercompany, NCI, equity method, and cash flow preparation.
• Proven people leadership and cross functional influencing skills.
• Professional qualification: ACA/ACCA/CPA (or equivalent).

 
Additional Information: 
 

• Occasional global travel may be required with this role.
• This role is based in Northwich / hybrid

 
What we can offer you: 

• 33 days annual (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme 
• Healthcare
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Life Assurance 
• 8% Employer Pension Contribution 
• Enhanced Family Leave 
• Bonus (discretionary)
• Discounted Pet Food 

About the Company 
 
If a career at Dechra has piqued your interest, find out more at Dechra Careers. 

Dechra is a growing, global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide. 
 
All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we're looking for. Should you not hear back from us within 28 days please don't be too disappointed - we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which could be suitable, and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site. We value diversity within our global workforce and encourage an inclusive culture. Any questions or queries, please contact us at recruituk@dechra.com