Accounting Leader

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme up to 10% company con­-

Employee Assistance Program for Health

Life assurance

Volunteering day off

Job summary

Parker Meggitt is seeking an Accounting Leader to analyse financial data, ensure the integrity of transactions, and support business decisions at our site in the United Kingdom. You will lead financial reporting, balance sheet analysis, and regulatory filings, while guiding a finance team and improving control environments.

The role requires extensive accounting experience, strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and proficiency with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CIMA, ACCA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Significant progressive accounting experience including general ledger, reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience; strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel; BI tools preferred.
• Analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile complex balance sheet and general ledger accounts and post/review journal entries to ensure the general ledger is accurate, complete, and properly supported.
• Lead and/or supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including income statements, balance sheets, and supporting schedules.
• Review, analyse, and interpret financial information; prepare complex financial reports and accounting statements for management decision-making.
• Prepare and review reports including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, depreciation schedules, cash flow reports, accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports, repayment schedules, and required regulatory reports and filings.
• Provide technical accounting advice and guidance within areas of expertise to functional and operational leaders, helping them develop revenue and expense budgets, understand financial results, and manage their financial responsibilities.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting controls by monitoring compliance with accounting principles, applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.
• Protect confidential financial information and maintain customer, employee, and business confidence through appropriate data handling and discretion.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, increased efficiency, and enhanced financial reporting accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement practical solutions that improve accounting processes and controls.
• Maintain current professional and technical knowledge through training, professional publications, industry networks, and continuing education.
• Coach, mentor, and develop less-experienced accounting staff; provide guidance in resolving technical accounting issues and day-to-day challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives, audit requirements, planning activities, and operational decision-making.
• Manage the ERP system for the financials with support from a third party provider.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIMA/ACCA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

BI tools

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

We are a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. We support the world’s aircraft and aero engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.

Joining our team means, you are helping to deliver our purpose of ‘Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. A career at Parker Meggitt offers boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technology and products, and contribute to our company’s goal of solving the world’s greatest engineering challenges.

Position Summary

The Accounting Leader is responsible for analysing financial and cost accounting information and preparing accurate, timely reports that support effective business decisions at the location. This role ensures the integrity, control, and reliability of financial transactions, systems, processes, and reporting while providing business support aligned with the Win Strategy. The position partners with operational and functional leaders to improve financial performance, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile complex balance sheet and general ledger accounts and post/review journal entries to ensure the general ledger is accurate, complete, and properly supported.
• Lead and/or supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including income statements, balance sheets, and supporting schedules.
• Review, analyse, and interpret financial information; prepare complex financial reports and accounting statements for management decision-making.
• Prepare and review reports including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, depreciation schedules, cash flow reports, accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports, repayment schedules, and required regulatory reports and filings.
• Provide technical accounting advice and guidance within areas of expertise to functional and operational leaders, helping them develop revenue and expense budgets, understand financial results, and manage their financial responsibilities.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting controls by monitoring compliance with accounting principles, applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.
• Protect confidential financial information and maintain customer, employee, and business confidence through appropriate data handling and discretion.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, increased efficiency, and enhanced financial reporting accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement practical solutions that improve accounting processes and controls.
• Maintain current professional and technical knowledge through training, professional publications, industry networks, and continuing education.
• Coach, mentor, and develop less-experienced accounting staff; provide guidance in resolving technical accounting issues and day-to-day challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to support business objectives, audit requirements, planning activities, and operational decision-making.
• Manage the ERP system for the financials with support from a third party provider.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required.
• CIMA, ACCA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
• Significant progressive accounting experience, including experience with general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience preferred.Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, internal controls, financial reporting requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with financial reporting and business intelligence tools is preferred.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.Resilience and adaptability; ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Parker Meggitt 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. Our competitive package will include:

• Earlyfinish on Fridays (dependent on deliverables).
• Career progression opportunities.
• Pension Schemeupto 10% company contribution.
• EmployeeAssistance ProgramforHealth& Wellbeing.
• EmployeePerkz– offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goodsandservices.
• Income Protection.
• Life assurance.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Volunteeringdayoff.

Parker Meggittisan equal opportunity employer and we are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and beliefs define who we are as a business andthat building a culture of respect and appreciation will give everyone the opportunity to recognise their full potential.

This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract, with the possibility of going permanent.