Head Office Accountant

Elior UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent catering services company in the UK is seeking a Head Office Accountant for maternity cover. This role involves overseeing financial accounting activities, ensuring compliance, and providing essential support for business decision-making. Candidates should have significant accounting experience, strong knowledge of financial regulations, and effective communication skills. The position includes a range of benefits, including flexible working hours and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Mental health support

Pension schemes

Exclusive discounts

15% Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an accountant, preferably in a head office or corporate environment.
• Experience with financial reporting and audit processes.
• Able to manage and oversee a variety of financial accounting activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Manage the general ledger and ensure accurate posting of transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors during audits.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial regulations

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Elior - A Workplace That Works for You

We are seeking a Head Office Accountant (Maternity Cover) to join our team. In this role, you will oversee financial accounting activities at our head office, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and providing essential support for business decision-making.

Please note, this maternity cover position will ideally commence no later than the beginning of November.

What you'll be doing

As Head Office Accountant, you will manage the financial accounting activities at the head office, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and support for business decision-making.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports
• Manage the general ledger and ensure accurate posting of transactions
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain data integrity
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Collaborate and support internal teams, Senior Heads of Departments and external auditors during audits and reviews
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support business performance
• Maintain and improve accounting systems and processes

Working pattern: Monday - Friday

What can you bring?

• Proven experience as an accountant, preferably in a head office or corporate environment
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Experience with financial reporting and audit processes
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) desirable

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success.

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - generous holiday allowance of 33 days, with the option to buy more.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!
• 15% Annual Bonus - Earn up to 15% of your salary through our annual bonus scheme.

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!

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