Accountant

Templewood Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Pension scheme

Paid holidays

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Templewood Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced Accountant for a global manufacturing business in London. The role reports to the US Headquarters and focuses on accurate monthly closes, complex reporting, and cross-border compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing or distribution, CIMA/ACCA partly or fully qualified, strong Excel and SAP skills, and deep UK GAAP knowledge. The position offers growth within a multinational finance function and on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing or distribution
• Part-qualified or fully qualified with CIMA/ACCA
• Strong reporting experience under UK GAAP and group reporting
• Excellent Excel and ERP system skills (SAP preferred)
• Attention to detail with analytical problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly close and management reporting
• Analyze variances, review trial balances, and resolve discrepancies
• Support VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat, and statutory reporting
• Assist with audits and finance projects
• Collaborate with operations and global finance teams on projects

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

Excel skills

SAP ERP

UK GAAP knowledge

Analytical mindset

Education

Part-qualified or Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Accountant – Global Manufacturing Business (London)

Location: Greenford | Type: Permanent, Full-time

One of our clients, who are a well established, global manufacturing and technology business are looking for an experienced Accountant to join their London Finance team, with reporting responsibilities into US Headquarters.

This role is ideal for a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys working beyond the surface of reports — investigating anomalies, tracing transactions through ERP systems, and ensuring accurate, compliant financial reporting.

Benefits

• Employee is eligible for a generous quarterly bonus from the first day of employment (quarterly bonus, based on company’s profitability)
• Generous contributory pension scheme with automatic enrolment at 5% employee contribution and 4% from the company
• The employee will receive 28 days of paid holiday (including public Holidays) rising to 29 days after 3 years of service
• Free car parking on-site

Key Features of Role

• Deliver accurate monthly financial close and management reporting
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyse variances, review trial balances, and resolve discrepancies
• Support VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat, and statutory reporting
• Assist with audits, finance projects, and compliance initiatives
• Partner with operations and global finance teams on Finance projects

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ progressive accounting experience, within a manufacturing environment, or from a distribution company (Essential)
• Part-qualified or Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA qualifications)
• Highly experienced with financial reporting and month/year end closing
• Strong Excel skills and ERP experience (SAP highly desirable)
• Experienced and knowledgeable with UK GAAP and group reporting requirements
• Manufacturing or multi-currency experience preferred
• Curious, analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail

Why Apply

• Work for a respected global manufacturer
• Exposure to international finance operations
• Collaborative team with real ownership and impact