EMEA Accountant

We are working with a leading international business that is looking to appoint an EMEA Accountant near Leeds.

This is a broad financial accounting position offering exposure across a complex European finance operation. The role would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys working across multiple entities, partnering with stakeholders across different countries and getting involved in both core accounting and wider finance projects.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and reviewing monthly financial reporting across EMEA entities
• Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring robust financial controls
• Supporting month-end close and reporting processes
• Working closely with in-country finance teams across Europe
• Supporting statutory accounts, tax compliance and year-end processes
• Liaising with internal and external auditors
• Supporting SOX and internal control requirements
• Investigating variances and resolving accounting issues
• Supporting FP&A, operations, HR and other internal stakeholders
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting
• Assisting with wider finance projects and ad-hoc analysis

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate the below qualifications/experience:

• Strong month-end and financial accounting experience
• Excellent knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
• Experience working within a multi-entity, international or EMEA environment
• Good understanding of statutory reporting and audit
• Strong Excel skills and ideally experience of SAP or another large ERP system
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive approach to process improvement
• Fluency in an additional European language, such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch or another European language

Benefits to include:

• Annual Bonus
• 25 days + BH
• Private Healthcare
• Pension
• Hybrid (3/2)
• Study Support

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