Statutory 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 

Lead the preparation, governance, and delivery of high‑quality IFRS financial statements and statutory accounts for legal entities across the Group. Ensure full compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, corporate accounting policies, and regulatory requirements. Drive audit readiness, manage external auditor relationships, and support technical accounting matters, including new standards and complex transactions. 

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: 
 

IFRS & Technical Accounting

• Interpret and apply IFRS standards; ensure accurate and compliant accounting treatments for complex areas (e.g., revenue, leases, impairments, provisions, derivatives, pensions).
• Draft and maintain accounting policy guidance and ensure consistent adoption across regions and business units.
• Review material journal entries, adjustments, and disclosures for compliance with technical requirements.
• Lead technical accounting reviews for new transactions (contracts, restructures, asset sales, acquisitions).

Statutory Reporting & Compliance

• Own the end‑to‑end statutory reporting cycle for assigned legal entities, including preparation, review, and filing of annual financial statements.
• Coordinate with local auditors, advisors, and regulatory bodies to ensure all statutory filings meet deadlines.
• Manage statutory audit processes for allocated entities, ensuring issues are addressed, timelines met, and audit readiness maintained year‑round.

Financial Controls & Governance

• Maintain strong entity‑level financial reporting controls.
• Strengthen the control environment across journal processing, reconciliations, 
• Lead remediation of audit findings and implement sustainable long‑term control improvements.
• Support compliance with tax, treasury, and regulatory reporting requirements linked to statutory accounts.

Month‑End Close & Entity Review

• Support month end close activities particularly with respect to complex accounting topics
• Conduct detailed balance sheet reviews.
• Work with corporate consolidation teams to ensure correct mapping and reporting into Group systems.

Audit Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as primary point of contact for external auditors in allocated areas
• Prepare audit packs, technical papers, and disclosure support schedules.
• Partner with business units, Shared Services/GBS, Legal, Tax, and Treasury to obtain accurate reporting inputs.
• Communicate technical and statutory topics clearly to non‑technical stakeholders.

Process Improvement & System Enhancement

• Help support standardization of statutory reporting processes globally; implement shared templates and best practices

 
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 experience in technical accounting, statutory reporting and /or external audit roles.  Prior Big Four audit experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS; experience with local GAAPs (e.g., UK GAAP, US GAAP, EU/local frameworks).
• Experience working with multinational groups and complex consolidated environments.
• Strong background in preparing statutory accounts and managing external audits.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and reporting tools desirable (SAP/Oracle/Blackline/HFM/Workiva).
• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills; able to create clear technical papers.
• 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