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