Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Posted 1 week ago by Barclay Meade

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£21 Per hour
Undetermined
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Littlehampton, England, United Kingdom
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Accounting Accruals Balance Sheet Banking Bank Reconciliations Billing Finance Financial Statements General Ledger Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Income / Revenue Internal Controls Journals Ledgers (Accounting) Management Microsoft Excel Revenue Recognition SAP Applications Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance Stakeholder Management Time Management

Summary: The Senior Accountant role involves supporting financial reporting and compliance with US GAAP and other accounting standards within a global, multi-entity structure. The position requires strong analytical skills, ERP system proficiency (preferably SAP), and experience in international and manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will manage the General Ledger, oversee various accounting activities, and ensure the integrity of financial records. Collaboration with finance teams and stakeholders is essential for resolving accounting matters and supporting audits.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Full ownership of the General Ledger for assigned entities.
  • Oversight of banking, accounts receivable/payable, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and intercompany activities.
  • Preparation and posting of journal entries including payroll and related reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and commissions.
  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations in line with corporate standards.
  • Review system-generated transactions for accuracy and appropriateness.
  • Analyze financial statements and ensure compliance with internal controls (SOX 404).
  • Communicate with local and international teams to resolve accounting matters.
  • Maintain and interpret complex management reports for senior stakeholders.
  • Monitor billing processes and ensure accuracy in accordance with US GAAP.
  • Provide support during audits, including resolution of queries.
  • Collaborate closely with the Senior Finance Manager, Accounting Lead, and regional finance teams.

Key Skills:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
  • Influencing and stakeholder management skills.
  • Deep understanding of US GAAP; knowledge of other GAAP frameworks is a plus.
  • Familiarity with internal control frameworks, including SOX compliance.
  • Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with SAP and Blackline preferred.
  • Collaborative team player with a results-driven approach.
  • 3–6 years’ experience in accounting or related fields.
  • Proven experience in a US-headquartered, globally active manufacturing company.
  • Comfortable working across international time zones and cultures.
  • Prior experience with ERP systems (SAP highly preferred).
  • Experience within a US-led multinational corporation.
  • Background in the manufacturing sector.

Salary (Rate): £21.25/hr

City: Littlehampton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support our financial reporting and compliance requirements, ensuring adherence to US GAAP and other applicable accounting standards, corporate policies, and ethical best practices. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of our financial records across a global, multi-entity structure. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, ERP system proficiency (preferably SAP), excellent organizational and time management skills, and experience working within international and manufacturing-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Full ownership of the General Ledger for assigned entities.
  • Oversight of banking, accounts receivable/payable, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and intercompany activities.
  • Preparation and posting of journal entries including:
    • Payroll and related reconciliations
    • Accruals (e.g., holiday, other)
    • Prepayments and commissions
  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations in line with corporate standards.
  • Review system-generated transactions for accuracy and appropriateness.
  • Analyze financial statements and ensure compliance with internal controls (SOX 404).
  • Communicate with local and international teams to resolve accounting matters.
  • Maintain and interpret complex management reports for senior stakeholders.
  • Monitor billing processes and ensure accuracy in accordance with US GAAP.
  • Provide support during audits, including resolution of queries.
  • Collaborate closely with the Senior Finance Manager, Accounting Lead, and regional finance teams.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
  • Influencing and stakeholder management skills.
  • Deep understanding of US GAAP; knowledge of other GAAP frameworks is a plus.
  • Familiarity with internal control frameworks, including SOX compliance.
  • Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with SAP and Blackline preferred.
  • Collaborative team player with a results-driven approach.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Essential:
    • 3–6 years’ experience in accounting or related fields.
    • Proven experience in a US-headquartered, globally active manufacturing company.
    • Comfortable working across international time zones and cultures.
  • Desirable:
    • Prior experience with ERP systems (SAP highly preferred).
    • Experience within a US-led multinational corporation.
    • Background in the manufacturing sector.
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