Head Office Reporting Manager

Job Description

At M&G our vision is: to become the best loved and most successful savings and investment business and were looking for people who are excited about joining us on our journey. Were digitally transforming and investing heavily in technology and innovation to develop new and improved customer propositions that really raise the bar for our customers.To help us achieve our vision were looking for exceptional people who live our values and behaviours and who can inspire others; embrace change; deliver results and keep it simple. We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote and retain exceptional people. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity/nationality,disability, or military service and welcome those who have taken career breaks. We will consider flexible working arrangements or home working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectivelydeliver in your role. What you can expect from us:We are committed to creating an environment where you can be exceptional at all you do. To help us deliver this, we promise to:

• Challenge Your Limits by creating a stimulating working environment and providing opportunities for you to be involved in meaningful and challenging work
• Support Your Aspirations with a commitment to learning and development that helps you achieve and build your experience with people who want you to succeed
• Value Your Input whereby leaders and managers will involve you in key decisions, listen to your thoughts and recognise the important contribution you make
• Balance Your Life through a work life partnership that focuses on making this an inclusive, diverse and friendly place to work and offers the flexibility and support that enables everyone to be at their best

How do we support our employees: All M&G plc employees will be supported in the workplace through our M&G Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). If you need counselling, confidential financial or legal advice. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and offers access to qualifiedprofessionals who can provide specialist information, advice and support on many issues. It offers a broad range of services, including help with family issues, maintaining work/life balance and mental health support. The Role:An opportunity exists for the appointment of Head Office Reporting Manager, leading a team of accountants in the production of all financial and capital reporting for the Central Corporate entities, including entities: M&G plc (FTSE listed), M&G Corporate ServicesLimited (the primary UK service company) and Prudential Capital plc (the group treasury entity). The financial reporting is for statutory and regulatory purposes, as well as internally for the business, and covers solo entities and quarterly Group submissions.The key output from this role will be team management to deliver clarity and transparency around financial performance and financial position, with clear communication in a timely manner to all key stakeholders. The role will also involve hands on application,particularly where guidance on complex issues or process enhancement is necessary to achieve objectives. Key Work Level Accountabilities: Manager or Expert:

• For people managers, accountable for managing and motivating others to ensure quality of delivery to customers and stakeholders
• For technical specialists, accountable for delivering expert advice or service, using specialist knowledge and subject matter expertise
• Applies judgement to deliver outcomes, evaluating a range of potential solutions, considering the impact for customers, cost and risk
• Manages conflicts that may impact delivery
• Challenges upwards given knowledge of delivery and awareness of complex systems and the broader picture
• Identifies and anticipates need for changes to continuously improve quality and efficiency of output
• Manages resources and risks using expert judgment, know-how and experience

Key Responsibilities for this role:

• Manage team that maintains the monthly ledgers for the M&G plc Central Companies including month end process over investment accounting, derivative accounting, pension schemes, intercompany and cost recharges, lease accounting, subordinated debt securitiesaccounting, dividends and share buy-back activities
• Quarterly reporting and analysis provided to Group for IFRS and SII reporting
• Oversee preparation of FRS 101 financial statements and liaison with auditors for M&G Central Companies
• Represent the team at various governance functions including Treasury ExCo, Valuations and Technical Accounting forums
• Lead the development and maintenance of the central companies control environment, ensuring sufficient process and controls documentation, and ensuring relevant controls operate effectively throughout the year.
• Monitoring/overseeing M&G Central companies liquidity and cash flow requirements
• Keep up to date with the latest accounting and business developments
• Maintain a good relationship with the wider finance and other parts of the business

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Qualified accountant, with relevant PQE
• Ability to manage a team to deliver to tight deadlines in a tightly controlled process
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to analyse and present results
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• An ability identify problems and drive to follow them through to resolution
• Asset management or insurance industry experience a definite advantage
• Experience of HFM, Tagetik, SUN or Oracle Fusion an advantage

Work Level - Manager / Expert Recruiter - Matt Campbell Close Date - 7th October 2022 We live by four behaviours at M&G and we ask all our employees to:

• Inspire Others - Support and encourage each other, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed
• Embrace Change - Be open to change, willing to be challenged and able to adapt quickly and imaginatively to new ideas
• Deliver Results - Focus on outcomes, set high standards and deliver with energy and determination
• Keep it Simple - Cut through complexity and bureaucracy, be clear and decisive and never overcomplicate things