COMPANY DESCRIPTION LPC is a shared service centre providing back-office and accounting support for a leading international trading company. Operating across multiple regions, LPC delivers high-quality corporate and financial services to shareholders, with strong focus on financial control, risk management, and operational efficiency. Guided by values of integrity, adaptability, innovation, proactivity, and diversity & inclusion, LPC ensures reliable and scalable support to CFO and finance operations across the EMEA region. ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES The Corporate Support team provides back-office accounting and risk management support to CFO functions across EMEA. This role is responsible for the delivery, oversight, and continuous improvement of accounting operations, credit monitoring, and related administrative processes, while leading a small team. Operational & Technical Oversee accounts payable, including invoice processing, approvals, vendor reconciliations, and payment runs. Review and monitor credit lines and facility utilisation, ensuring accurate recording and timely escalation. Support risk management processes, including exposure monitoring, reporting, and adherence to internal controls. Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met. Complete and oversee daily and weekly accounting and administrative tasks, including reconciliations and reporting. Serve as Sage key user/administrator (SAP an advantage), ensuring system integrity, access controls, and support coordination. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management Plan, prioritise, and allocate workloads, monitoring delivery and escalating risks where necessary. Lead, motivate, and develop the team through delegation, coaching, and performance management. Approve timesheets and leave requests in line with departmental procedures. Liaise with Finance, Treasury, Risk, and other departments to ensure operational alignment. Provide clear reporting and updates to management and stakeholders. Process & Continuous Improvement Review and improve accounting, risk, and administrative processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency, automation, and stronger controls. Support recruitment, onboarding, and training to maintain a capable and resilient back-office function. Undertake other reasonable duties aligned with the role. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Accounting qualification (full or part-qualified) desirable. Experience in accounting operations or finance back-office functions, including accounts payable. Previous people management or supervisory experience. Hands-on experience with Sage accounting software (SAP an advantage). Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. KEY COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS High attention to detail and strong organisational skills. Clear written and verbal communication. Risk-aware, proactive, and improvement-focused mindset. Ability to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlines. Overtime may be required during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close periods. eFCSoSe