Chief Accountant - UK
Chief Accountant - UK
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31-01-2025
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Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Accountant to join the finance team for the Northern Europe Cluster. This role will be responsible for leading a small team of accountants and overseeing accounting operations for the UK legal entities. This position offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on the financial health of the business in the region.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting: Qualifications & Skills
This is a great opportunity to contribute to the financial success of an innovative and growing business. If you are passionate about finance and looking for a leadership role with opportunities for professional growth we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Accountant to join the finance team for the Northern Europe Cluster. This role will be responsible for leading a small team of accountants and overseeing accounting operations for the UK legal entities. This position offers the opportunity to have a significant impact on the financial health of the business in the region.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation and accuracy of monthly quarterly halfyear and annual financial reports ensuring compliance with UK GAAP IFRS and internal standards.
- Manage the monthly closing process to ensure timely submission and accuracy of financial statements.
- Prepare consolidated financial statements for the relevant entities.
- Ensure compliance with local tax and regulatory requirements (VAT corporation tax payroll and travel licensing).
- Coordinate internal and external audits working closely with auditors to ensure adherence to best practices and timely reporting.
- Keep uptodate with compliance requirements for Companies House and other government authorities.
- Supervise the management of accounts payable/receivable functions cash flow and bank reconciliations including intercompany transactions.
- Develop and implement strategies for effective cash management and optimize working capital.
- Work with the Finance and Administration Manager to prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
- Partner with the HR Manager to ensure accurate payroll processing.
- Collaborate with HQ on general accounting improvements.
- Identify and implement opportunities for enhancing financial processes and internal controls.
- Mentor and develop team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Work with crossfunctional teams (sales marketing operations) to align financial objectives and drive performance.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
- Professional qualifications (e.g. ACA ACCA CIMA) are a plus.
- Experience: Minimum 35 years of accounting experience including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS; familiarity with French GAAP is a plus.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong analytical problemsolving and organizational abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and thrive in a fastpaced environment.
- Personal Attributes: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach. A proactive solutionsoriented mindset high integrity and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to the financial success of an innovative and growing business. If you are passionate about finance and looking for a leadership role with opportunities for professional growth we would love to hear from you.
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