London (Hybrid)
3 month initial contract
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a 3-month contract to support key financial activities, including audit coordination, statutory reporting, and ensuring IFRS compliance. The role involves close collaboration with senior management and external auditors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audit Coordination: Lead the audit process and liaise with external auditors and advisors.
- Financial Statements: Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with IFRS.
- Accounting Entries: Manage calculations and entries for IAS 19, IFRS 16, tax provisions, depreciation, and more.
- Month-End Close: Oversee the month-end close process in coordination with finance and the SSC.
- Reporting: Prepare and submit quarterly financial reports to Group Finance and compile cash flow statements.
- Reconciliation: Ensure timely completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Internal Controls: Maintain tax models, manage accounting controls, and support HMRC submissions.
- Budgeting & CapEx: Lead capital expenditure budgeting and reporting processes.
- Team Management: Supervise two team members focused on inventory, rebates, and indirect tax compliance.
- ACCA/ACA Qualification required.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in MS Excel for complex financial modelling and reporting.
- SAP experience is advantageous but not essential.
- Proven ability to manage and develop junior team members.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Ability to work autonomously and meet tight internal/external deadlines.