Group Consolidation Manager

Alta Performance Materials Holdings Company (UK) Limited

Be Part of a Bold New Chapter in Composites Industry, join ALTA Performance Materials

ALTA Performance Materials is the global leader in a broad range of general-purpose and high-performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. ALTA Performance Materials are used in several global markets: including building materials; corrosion-resistant fibre reinforced plastic; recreation; transportation; and wind energy. The business has operations in multiple locations in the US, Europe, Brazil, India and China.

For decades, we've set the standard for excellence and reliability, elevating the performance in composites. Today, we're writing the next chapter—an independent, future-focused company driven by innovation and a passion for pushing boundaries. Our strength lies in our people: experts and innovators who bring energy and purpose to everything we do. With a portfolio of premium brands and a culture built on trust, proactivity and partnership, we’re shaping the future of composites materials. Join us and help define what’s next.

We are currently looking for a Global Consolidation Manager to join our team. This role is a key part of our growing organization and offers the opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic, collaborative environment. If you are passionate about delivering results, building strong partnerships, and contributing to high-performance solutions, we would love to hear from you.

The position reports to Finance Global Controller and is based in our Global Headquarters in London.

The Group Consolidation Manager will be responsible for the preparation of the monthly consolidated accounts, reporting of external annual audited consolidated financial statements, quarterly consolidated financial statements and reporting to external stakeholders, all in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards.

With the direct support of a Group Consolidation analyst and indirectly the regional finance team, the role will be key in ensuring compliance with external reporting requirements and adhering to internal governance.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Preparation of Group Financial Statements for audit and filing
• Preparation of monthly consolidated accounts in accordance with Group accounting policies
• Providing monthly financial information, including analysis to internal stakeholders
• Preparation of key investor and lender reports such as quarterly reporting and covenant compliance
• Key contact for the annual audit of the Group accounts and responsible for the coordination of the audit across the Group
• Provides support to the financial group in preparing and updating monthly and yearly forecasts of financial results and cash flows.
• Provides support in the annual and long-term strategic plan
• Reviews and evaluates impact of new and proposed financial reporting standards
• Ensures compliance with current accounting standards and supporting the regional finance teams to ensure compliance.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Accounting qualification (ICAEW membership or equivalent)
• 10+ years of broad experience in accounting and the preparation of Group financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS accounting principles
• Ability to manage staff and influence others in the group as well as across company departments.
• Experience of acquisitions and disposals of business including working/ directing advisors during this process
• Knowledge of the chemicals industry and/or manufacturing processes would be a positive
  
  

Technical Competencies

• Solid Mathematical and Financial acumen
• Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills
• SAP experience, a plus
• HFM and OneStream experience, a plus
  
  

Behavioural Skills

• Business partner - Contributes to corporate success through the completion of projects
• Influence - Effectively develops relationships that build rapport, gain support and motivate others to adopt initiatives impacting multiple organizations.
• Communication - Must be able to interact and work effectively with individuals throughout a global organization. Thoroughly communicates recommendations that address concerns from multiple perspectives.
• Strong analytical and presentation abilities - Systematically collect, organize, analyze and present data, with continual attention to detail.
• Critical Thinking- Makes timely, effective decisions with limited information and takes initiative when situations are not clear. Receives guidance from others for difficult or unusual problems.
• Time management - Must be able to prioritize, develop timelines, set milestones, an acquire resources for complex or long-term projects.
• Self-starter, organized and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Self-directed and establishes own priorities to meet needs of the multiple organizations and teams depending upon this role
  
  

ALTA Performance Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.