Global Revenue Accountant - Fixed Term

Spirent; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automated test solutions is seeking a finance professional for a 6-month hybrid role. The ideal candidate will have a BA in Accounting or Finance, with experience in revenue accounting and process management. Join Spirent to contribute to innovative solutions in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in revenue accounting, experience in services and manufacturing.
• Knowledge of IFRS15 for multi-element arrangements.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process management disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manage revenue accounting processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Enhance processes through mapping and improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate in a team-focused environment to meet deadlines.

Skills

Revenue accounting

Process mapping

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Team player

Presentation skills

Excel skills

Education

BA in Accounting or Finance

Tools

JDE E1 ERP

Apttus

Cognos

Salesforce

Job description

This is a 6-month Fixed Term, Hybrid position with 3-days per week in the office.

About Spirent Communications

Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles, and beyond. From testing in the lab to testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

Why Spirent? Because together we can shape tomorrow!

Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and work alongside some of the industry's most passionate subject matter experts. In an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think, explore, create, and make change happen.

At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in the ever-changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or offensive behaviour of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to perform, grow, and contribute -- with the confidence to be yourself. And to support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to creating the right work and life balance experience!

Join Spirent and together let's shape tomorrow!

Minimum Requirements

• BA in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 3-5 years in revenue accounting.
• Experience in services, manufacturing, and intercompany accounting.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition rules (IFRS15) for multi-element arrangements.
• Process Mapping and enhancement experience.
• Experience with JDE E1 ERP/Accounting, Apttus, Cognos or other reporting tools, and Salesforce or other CRM systems is desirable.
• Experience working in a process-focused environment such as shared services or outsourcing.
• Strong Excel skills and (oral/written) presentation skills.
• Process management experience and familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process management disciplines are desired.
• Detail-oriented with problem-solving skills.
• Quick learner, able to understand complex transactions, agreements, systems, and files.
• Effective team player, able to work in a large team environment and meet tight deadlines.