The Opportunity
This 12 month fixed term contract offers a broad and highly visible role within a dynamic, international SME environment. Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of financial accounting with a particular focus on the balance sheet, while also playing a key role in driving process improvements, managing a small team, and supporting global operations.
This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys variety, responsibility and working in a fast-paced, people-focused business.
Key Responsibilities
* Full ownership of the balance sheet, including all reconciliations across the business
* Oversight of balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities
* Management of intercompany processes, including recharges and monthly reconciliations
* Preparation of monthly group balance sheet consolidations
* Leading the year-end group consolidation and financial statement process
* Review and submission of VAT returns across multiple entities
* Management and development of a team of two
* Oversight of bank reconciliations, sales ledger and purchase ledger reviews
* Strengthening and maintaining internal controls and financial processes
* Leading the year-end timetable and audit process, including liaison with external auditors
* Partnering with operational teams across the business
* Supporting the Group CFO and collaborating with global finance teams
* Ad hoc project and finance support as required
About You
* Fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA) with post-qualified experience
* Strong technical accounting background with balance sheet expertise
* Previous experience managing or mentoring team members
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* High attention to detail with strong analytical ability
* Advanced Excel skills and experience using Sage
* Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
* Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach
* Professional, discreet and confident in handling sensitive information
* Positive attitude with a sense of humour and team first mindset
Why Apply?
* Join a globally recognised, premium brand
* Broad, high-impact role with exposure across an international business
* Work in a sociable, energetic and highly collaborative environment
* Strong emphasis on culture, team connection and shared success
* Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing organisation
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