The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working exclusively and on a retained basis with AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes to assist with the recruitment of a Regional Head of Accounting during an exciting period of growth, change and development for the business.
AFL provides industry-leading solutions, products and services to the energy, service provider, enterprise and industrial markets as well as a number of emerging markets.
We manufacture, engineer and install fibre optic products and associated equipment. This includes:
* Fibre optic cables
* Fibre optic Connectivity
* Fusion Splicers
* Test and Inspection Equipment
Whether you need to build or upgrade a network or apply the latest fibre optic technology, AFL connects you with the solutions that fit your every need.
Vision and Values
AFL's mission is to connect our customers around the world with innovative technologies, exceptional products and high quality services.
Our vision is to positively impact communities by delivering superior solutions.
Our core values are shared among all AFL associates. These values drive our culture and priorities and provide a framework in which decisions are made.
The Role
As Regional Head of Accounting you will be based in Milton Keynes and report to the VP Corporate Controller based in the United States. You will take responsibility for assisting in the management of all EMEA accounting, tax and financial reporting operations including, but not limited to, external audit support, tax filings, technical accounting, and development/maintenance of a strong control environment.
Day to day duties will consist of:
* Lead the EMEA regional accounting control function
* Maintain strong financial controls over the balance sheet including accruals, provisions, working capital, liquidity, fixed assets, US GAAP and IFRS 16 balances.
* Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
* Ensure the integrity of EMEA's general ledger balances
* Coordinate intercompany accounting, eliminations, and reconciliations.
* Provide accounting guidance as needed to regional accounting staff members ensuring compliance with US and local GAAP.
* Cash management
* Responsible for the banking processes for all EMEA entities.
* Assess capital expenditures and investments based on alignment with strategy and affordability
* Preparation of statutory financial statements for all EMEA companies in accordance with local GAAP.
* UK Tax and Corporate Tax Management
* Build proactive and collaborative relationships regionally with stakeholders and cultivate a culture of teamwork.
* Team Management
Your Profile
You will be a Qualified Accountant with Strong Knowledge of US and UK GAAP, IFRS, JSOX, VAT and tax regulation and with a proven ability to create and lead a continuous improvement and innovation culture. You will have experience of team management and looking for a new challenging opportunity within a business that has seen unprecedented growth and development in recent years. Previous experience of Oracle would be of additional benefit as would exposure to a manufacturing environment. Must be self-motivated, able to act on own initiative and be able to communicate at all levels.. This is an excellent role where development will be available as the business changes and develops.
Salary and Benefits
The role of Regional Head of Accounting AFL Telecommunications in Milton Keynes is offering a salary of £80-90K + Benefits and will be working in the office on a full time basis initially with a view to hybrid in Milton Keynes with travel into Europe when required. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a well respected business with continued growth plans
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