Responsible for the day-to-day accounting and tax reporting for offices in Europe and the Middle East. This role involves adhering to in-country deadlines and providing timely and accurate information to local advisors. Additionally, you will prepare all necessary financial information and reports to meet Group deadlines.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as the primary point of contact for local accounting, tax and payroll providers
Preparation of monthly management accounts
Collate data for the preparation of monthly local accounts in accordance with local legislation
Review accounts prepared by local accountants and reconcile
Prepare data for monthly, quarterly, and annual VAT returns
Prepare and review monthly payroll data, including arranging associated payments
Complete several legal entity balance sheet reconciliations
Co-ordinate the annual audit
Prepare data for annual tax returns, with support from the Corporate Tax Director
Prepare the annual plan for each location
Prepare sales invoices
Weekly review of cash balances, forecast payments and ensure appropriate funding is in place to meet payment and regulatory requirements
Assist with regulatory compliance reporting as required
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of MS Office, in particular a good working knowledge of Excel
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent bookkeeping skills, including the ability to prepare journals unassisted
Sound financial knowledge and background/experience, potentially working towards a qualification
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a small team
Able to use own initiative
Able to prioritise workload and excellent organisational skills
Knowledge of foreign currency transactions or experience with international operations would be an advantage but not essential. Training will be provided.