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Projects and compliance accountant

Newton Aycliffe
Husqvarna Group
Accountant
Posted: 18 July
Offer description

At Husqvarna Group, we believe that true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With over 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries — not for the sake of change, but to make a meaningful difference for our customers, our teams, and the world around us.

Being bold means stepping outside our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. But we do so with care — always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards. Our dedication fuels our progress. We work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.

This is how we Win Through Culture — by living our values every day. If you're ready to be part of a global team that’s driven by purpose, innovation, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

Project and compliance accountant reporting to the UK finance director. The main purpose of this role is to drive process improvements to ensure best practice and efficiencies in the delivery of finance activity. This individual will have a passion to challenge with a proactive approach to seek out opportunity to achieve greater efficiency and transparency of data. The role requires that KPIs be achieved and the individual to be able to work in a fast paced environment.

Keys Activities:

Ensure compliance with UK and IFRS accounting standards

Ensure compliance with EA and HMRC

Support global standardisation and harmonisation within GBS

Contribute to solution management

Cross departmental working by creating strong relationships

Seek best practices from other Husqvarna locations

Monitor, track and report implementation plans and progress in pursuit of GBS goals

Challenge the management team and organization to improve

Key Interfaces:

UK and global finance teams

Change agents

VP Internal Control

Country Officers

Change management

What We’re Looking for

Proficiency in the use of JD Edwards (or similar ERP), and Excel

Experience of Group Reporting systems uploads/ interfaces

Relevant experience to support the responsibilities of the role

Excellent communication skills, a professional manner and well working as part of the team

High attention to detail and organizational skills

Can-do attitude and ability to prioritise and work under time pressure

Understanding of data privacy standards

The successful candidate will be an Ambassador od Husqvarna Key Behaviours: Customer first, focus and simplicity, collaboration, honesty, integrity, reliability.


What We Offer

At Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive — both at work and beyond.

Competitive Salary – Rewarding your skills, experience, and contributions.

Life Assurance – Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary.

My Husqvarna Benefits Platform – Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.

Cycle to Work Scheme – Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.

Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments

Recognised for Excellence – Proud recipients of the Better Health at Work Award – Maintaining Excellence and Investors in People – Silver Certification.

Pension & Retirement Plans – Company Matched up to 8%. Helping you plan confidently for the future.

Learning & Development Opportunities – Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.

Flexible Working Arrangements – Supporting hybrid work and flexible hours where possible.

Global Career Pathways – Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.

Last date to apply:

28 July 2025

Shape the Future with Us

At Husqvarna Group, we believe that true innovation begins with bold ideas, thoughtful actions, and unwavering dedication. With over 300 years of pioneering spirit, we continue to push boundaries — not for the sake of change, but to make a meaningful difference for our customers, our teams, and the world around us.

Being bold means stepping outside our comfort zones, embracing new opportunities, and acting decisively. But we do so with care — always considering the impact of our actions and holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards. Our dedication fuels our progress. We work hard, stay passionate, and support one another to achieve shared success.

This is how we Win Through Culture — by living our values every day. If you're ready to be part of a global team that’s driven by purpose, innovation, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Role at Husqvarna UK

Project and compliance accountant reporting to the UK finance director. The main purpose of this role is to drive process improvements to ensure best practice and efficiencies in the delivery of finance activity. This individual will have a passion to challenge with a proactive approach to seek out opportunity to achieve greater efficiency and transparency of data. The role requires that KPIs be achieved and the individual to be able to work in a fast paced environment.

Keys Activities:

* Integral role in developing internal control framework

* Ensure compliance with UK and IFRS accounting standards

* Ensure compliance with EA and HMRC

* Support global standardisation and harmonisation within GBS

* Contribute to solution management

* Cross departmental working by creating strong relationships

* Seek best practices from other Husqvarna locations

* Monitor, track and report implementation plans and progress in pursuit of GBS goals

* Challenge the management team and organization to improve

Key Interfaces:

* Finance director

* UK and global finance teams

* Change agents

* GBS Lean Team

* VP Internal Control

* Country Officers

* Change management

What We’re Looking for

* ACA/ACMA/ACCA qualification plus 3 years PQE

* Proficiency in the use of JD Edwards (or similar ERP), and Excel

* Experience of Group Reporting systems uploads/ interfaces

* Relevant experience to support the responsibilities of the role

* Excellent communication skills, a professional manner and well working as part of the team

* High attention to detail and organizational skills

* Can-do attitude and ability to prioritise and work under time pressure

* Understanding of data privacy standards

The successful candidate will be an Ambassador od Husqvarna Key Behaviours: Customer first, focus and simplicity, collaboration, honesty, integrity, reliability.


What We Offer

At Husqvarna Group, we’re committed to supporting our people with a benefits package that reflects our values and dedication to excellence. When you join us, you’ll gain access to a wide range of rewards designed to help you thrive — both at work and beyond.

* Competitive Salary – Rewarding your skills, experience, and contributions.

* Life Assurance – Coverage of up to 6x your annual salary.

* My Husqvarna Benefits Platform – Your one-stop hub for exclusive employee perks, wellbeing resources, and discounts.

* Cycle to Work Scheme – Save on bikes and accessories while promoting a healthy, eco-friendly commute.

* Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments

* Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Support – Including medical, dental, and mental health services.

* Recognised for Excellence – Proud recipients of the Better Health at Work Award – Maintaining Excellence and Investors in People – Silver Certification.

* Generous Holiday & Leave Policies – 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

* Pension & Retirement Plans – Company Matched up to 8%. Helping you plan confidently for the future.

* Learning & Development Opportunities – Access to training, mentorship, and career growth programs.

* Flexible Working Arrangements – Supporting hybrid work and flexible hours where possible.

* Global Career Pathways – Opportunities to grow within a truly international organisation.

Last date to apply:

28 July 2025


About the company

The Husqvarna Group is a Swedish manufacturer of outdoor power products including robotic lawn-mowers chainsaws, trimmers, brushcutters, cultivators, and garden tractors.


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