Overview
We are seeking a qualified Senior Accountant to join our International General Accounting team in Glasgow. Reporting to the Assistant Accounting Manager, you will play a vital part of the Management Accounting function, primarily supporting entities within the EMEA region. As part of a team, you will ensure the accurate and timely accounting of monthly Management Accounts. Additionally, you will contribute to process improvements and support various accounting-related tasks and project work. How you'll make an impact Collaborating with regional finance teams (primarily EMEA) on results and reporting. Supporting the Change and Integrations Team with integrating newly acquired entities within the EMEA region. Facilitating integration to central group processes and improving process and record quality with EMEA accounting colleagues. Provide support to local teams within the EMEA region in preparation of month end reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts. Assisting local teams in the EMEA region with month-end reconciliations for balance sheet accounts. Coordinating with the off-shore team for month-end journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations. Providing support for queries from the Finance Business Partner and other departments. Assisting with monthly and quarterly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow commentary. Performing ad-hoc duties involving collaboration with EMEA colleagues. Centralisng accounting tasks from regional finance teams to India and Glasgow. Driving change to enhance department and team performance. Ensuring full compliance with SOX requirements. About You Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CA/CIMA or equivalent) US GAAP & SOX experience advantageous Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively Excellent problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Eligible to work in the UK Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more…