EMEA Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Reading; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an EMEA Accountant for a long-term contract based in Reading. The role involves producing statutory accounts, preparing financial statements, and managing audits. Ideal candidates should have pertinent qualifications like ACCA or CIMA and experience in statutory reporting. The position offers a PAYE day rate of up to £60,000 and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

PAYE day rate

Long-term contract

Valuable industry experience

Qualifications

• Must have relevant exposure to statutory reporting.
• Ideally a mix of practice and in-house experience.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce local statutory accounts and liaise with auditors.
• Prepare and review financial statements for multiple entities.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Professional qualifications such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA

Statutory reporting experience

Proficiency in financial systems and accounting preparation software

Experience with EMEA financial regulations

GAAP-to-GAAP reconciliation experience

Strong IFRS, FRS 102 technical accounting

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Caseware

Job description

Long term contract with large multinational business in central Reading

Hybrid working in a collaborative environment

About Our Client

The employer is a prominent player in the Technology & Telecoms sector, operating as part of a mid-sized organisation with a strong presence across the EMEA region.

Job Description

• Produce local statutory accounts in collaboration with the in-country providers, and liaise with the external audit team in-country providers and internal departments for statistical reporting.
• Liaison with auditors and in country providers for the preparation, audit, signing and submission of statutory accounts
• Prepare and review financial statements for multiple entities across the EMEA region.
• US GAAP to local GAAP bridge preparation on a quarterly, semi-annual and annual basis.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Reconcile intercompany transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinating the preparation of audit deliverables with other internal departments in line with audit timings.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline financial operations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful EMEA Accountant should have:

• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Have relevant exposure to statutory reporting, preferably previous experience within a similar role,
• Ideally a mix of practice and in house experience in statutory reporting.
• Proficiency in financial systems and accounting preparation software, such as Caseware, is desirable.
• Experience with EMEA financial regulations and multi-currency transactions.
• Experience in GAAP-to-GAAP reconciliation is preferable.
• Experience with International Audit Standards is preferable
• Able to demonstrate strong IFRS, FRS 102, USGAAP technical accounting, and analytical ability.
• An eye for detail and the ability to prioritise and manage deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with stakeholders

What's on Offer

• PAYE day rate equivalent of up to circa £60,000 dependant upon level of relevant experience
• Long-term day rate contract (circa 12 months)
• Temporary role offering valuable experience in a mid-sized organisation.
• Opportunity to work in a growing Technology & Telecoms industry in Reading.
• Engaging and challenging responsibilities in a key Accounting & Finance position.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact as an EMEA Accountant, apply now to join this exciting temporary opportunity in Reading!