Emea Gl Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an EMEA Accountant to join a leading technology & telecoms company in Reading. The successful candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and team work mentality

Client Details

Our client is a large-scale organisation within the technology and telecoms sector. Operating on a global scale, they strive to provide innovative solutions and maintain their position as a leading provider in their industry.

Description

• Continuous management of Accruals, Prepayments, Intercompany, Bank and Fixed Assets for a portfolio of EMEA entities.
• Responsibility for the monthly, quarterly and annual financial close process for a portfolio of EMEA entities to the standards and timelines set.
• Responsibility for all Balance Sheet reconciliations and completion of a month-end file for EMEA entities under responsibility ensuring compliance to SOX 404 and Internal Audit standards.
• Responsible for monthly and quarterly Profit and Loss reviews highlighting unusual transactions, correcting errors picked up during the process.
• Supporting EMEA GL Manager and taking own initiative in new financial controls and reconciliations development and implementation throughout EMEA to improve standards and efficiency of reporting. Monitoring and ensuring their correct application and compliance.
• Close liaison with outsource accountants to ensure accurate and on time preparation of Tax Returns, Statutory Accounts for a portfolio of EMEA entities.
• Responsible for compliance with all local regulatory, statutory and tax requirements for a portfolio of EMEA entities.
• Close liaison with internal and external auditors during SOX and Statutory audits for a portfolio of EMEA entities.

Profile

A successful candidate should have:

• A full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience in GL management, preferably with a US multinational company and with EMEA experience
• Experience working in a large finance team for a medium/large sized company
• Experience in GAAP to GAAP reconciliation
• Hands on experience in Oracle is preferred
• Able to work independently and within tight timelines
• A team player!

Job Offer

• An attractive salary range of approximately £60,000 per annum
• A strong company culture that promotes teamwork and collaborative behaviours
• A unique opportunity to work within the thriving technology and telecoms industry in Reading

This is a brilliant chance for a well rounded accountant to take the next step in their career within a prestigious company. Don't hesitate, apply today!