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We’re Parker, a multinational company. We move things, people and ideas forward. Working with us means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference.

We’re looking for team players to provide our customers with high-quality products, systems and services across a wide range of industries. By joining our team, you’ll have the chance to develop yourself and explore different opportunities within the Company.

Location:

Coventry, Ansty Park

Hours:

Core Hours 9:30-3:30 Mon-Thurs, 9:30-3:00 Fri (variable hours apply)

Duration: 6 month contract

We are seeking a fully qualified GL Accountant to join our finance team on a 6 month contract, to own core general ledger activities and provide day-to-day oversight of GL Specialist output. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity of the ledger, driving a timely and accurate month-end close, and strengthening our control environment. You will review and sign off on journals and reconciliations prepared by GL Specialists, coach the team, and collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.

• Oversee core Record-to-Report (R2R) activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and SOX compliance.
• Review and approve VAT returns, payroll journals, e-payable reconciliations, and balance sheet reconciliations in Blackline.
• Manage the monthly close process, including fixed asset reviews, capital expenditure analysis, and intercompany netting.
• Provide guidance to junior and GL specialists, acting as accounting subject-matter expert and R2R manager back-up.
• Partner with global site finance teams to meet SLA commitments and resolve escalated issues efficiently.
• Analyse and report key financial KPIs to management, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive process optimisation initiatives to enhance accuracy, control, and operational efficiency across finance functions.

• Part or fully qualified ACCA / CIMA
• Experience in accounting role
• Experience with SAP would be an advantage
• Previous coordinating / managerial experience would be an advantage
• Solid accounting knowledge
• Team player mentality
• Keen attention to detail
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office applications
• SAP knowledge advantageous
• Willing to challenge processes
• Good communication / presentation skills
• Understanding of SOX beneficial

Parker Aerospace is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues' health, wealth, and well-being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career.

• Flexible working policies
• Career advancement training and opportunities to progress
• An on-site restaurant offering subsidized food
• Onsite facilities such as shower and changing rooms
• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Discount Scheme – offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
• Income Protection
• Share Buying scheme
• Business Resource Groups to represent and promote our diversity and inclusion
• Volunteering day off