Accounting Job - Mandarin speaking Accounting Supervisor - Reading - wm

First People Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Mandarin speaking Accounting Supervisor in Reading. This permanent role requires accounting leadership experience and fluency in Mandarin. Responsibilities include supervising accounting operations, preparing financial reports, and enhancing team performance. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, prior accounting experience, and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary offered up to £70k with an office-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Progressive experience in accounting, including team leadership.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience in accounting firms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee monthly, quarterly, and yearly tasks of the team.
• Supervise daily operations of the accounting team.
• Review and approve day-to-day accounting transactions.
• Train and mentor accounting team performance.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

MS Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

ACCA/CPA qualification

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Your New Job Title: Mandarin speaking Accounting Supervisor - Reading

Salary: up to £70k • Office based • Permanent • Start: ASAP

This role is based in Reading and requires Mandarin fluency and accounting leadership experience.

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan, organise, and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and yearly tasks of the team
• Supervise and support daily operations of the accounting team (e.g., AP, AR, GL)
• Review and approve day-to-day accounting transactions and activities
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closings
• Maintain and enforce strong internal controls in line with accounting standards, tax regulations and company policies
• Oversee the preparation of financial reports, statements, and audit schedules
• Train, mentor, and evaluate accounting team performance
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement best practices for improved workflow
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for improved working processes
• Monitor the department's performance against KPIs and objectives
• Prepare budgets and revenue forecasts
• Establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures aligned with company goals

The Skills You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Progressive experience in accounting, including team leadership; experience in accounting firms is preferred
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, auditing practices and tax regulations
• Proficiency in accounting software (SAP preferred)
• Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, charts, formulas, data analysis)
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• ACCA/CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism

Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin
• ACCA/CPA qualification
• Team management experience

Other Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and can provide relevant supporting documentation.

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