Regional Finance Lead – EMEA (12 month FTC)
East Midlands | Hybrid Working
12 month Fixed-Term Contract
We're working with a growing, global organisation to recruit a Regional Finance Lead for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to broaden their international experience and take ownership of financial reporting and compliance across multiple European markets. As Regional Finance Lead, you'll play a key role in supporting statutory reporting, audit coordination, and tax compliance across the EMEA region. You'll work closely with group functions and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting and strong financial governance.
Key Areas of Focus:
* Lead financial reporting and audit coordination across multiple European entities
* Prepare and review statutory accounts in collaboration with external advisors
* Support corporation tax submissions and ensure timely payments
* Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and forecasting
* Oversee fixed asset accounting and leasing journal entries across the region
* Partner with Group Finance and Treasury on intercompany and holding company transactions
* Conduct balance sheet reviews and ensure compliance with internal controls
* Provide data and insights to support UK and EMEA tax filings
* Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, including ERP system improvements
* Supervise and support a junior team member, fostering development and collaboration
Skills and Experience:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA(SA), CAANZ).
* Strong IFRS experience including IFRS9 and IFRS16
* Experience in financial reporting and audit, ideally across UK and European entities.
* Comfortable working with ERP systems (SAP or similar) and consolidation tools.
* Strong communicator with a proactive, collaborative approach.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a preferred start date of late October to early November 2025. We are looking for candidates who are available at short notice and ready to step into a fast-paced, international finance environment