Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Specialist to support their accounting team on a 6 month contract, with potential for extension. This is a fully office-based role located in Leicester. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide general accounting support for month-end close while the team works toward LCD3 Perform and support: Journal entries Month-end close activities Account reconciliations Understand and interpret applicable Enterprise Standards, SOPs, and Process Maps to deliver globally competitive financial process/accounting services Identify and flag flaws in approaches, methods, procedures, and processes, and recommend improvements Provide payments support, focused on: Processing payments across 25 bank accounts / 7 legal entities Supporting resolution of misdirected payments and other banking-related activities coming from BR HQ REQUIREMENTS: Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or High school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Finance Desired Characteristics Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal and leadership skills Ability to work independently Strong problem-solving skills