Regional Accounting Lead - France & Iberia, Global Business Services

IVC Evidensia; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider is seeking a Regional Accounting Lead for France & Iberia. The successful candidate will oversee month-end reporting, ensure compliance with IFRS and GAAP, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with at least 7 years of experience and leadership skills. Proficiency in French or Spanish is desirable. Offers include work-life balance, 26 days annual leave, and a friendly workplace.

Benefits

Work-life balance

26 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Pension

Discretionary Bonus

Discounted staff pet care

Dog Friendly office

Free Parking available

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• 3+ years' experience in a leadership role is preferable.
• Proven track record in managing relationships in finance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end month end reporting for multiple regions.
• Establish strong relationships with CFOs and management.
• Drive process improvements for balance sheet reporting.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in French or Spanish

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

CPA, ACCA, CIMA certification

Tools

Oracle

Blackline systems

MS Office, particularly Excel

Job description

Regional Accounting Lead - France & Iberia, Global Business Services

At IVC Evidensia, we are a leading veterinary services provider in Europe and North America with more than 2,500 clinics and hospitals across 19 countries and around 41,000 employees. We aim to have an extraordinary impact on animal lives, supporting in the region of 25,000 animals every single day across our international network. IVC Evidensia exists to champion the long-term health and welfare of animals and deliver our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.

As a GBS Regional Accounting Lead your primary responsibility is to oversee and manage GBS accounting activities being performed by both our GBS RTR and Genpact RTR teams for your respective region.

In this role you will partner with our local market-based finance colleagues and the regional CFO in preparation of month end execution & reporting in addition to reviewing controllership reports prepared by our GBS Management Accountants prior to being distributed to Group Finance and our regional stakeholders.

You will also be working closely with our outsource provider Genpact in driving a culture of continuous process improvement and leveraging technology and automation tools to optimise process, workflows and to reduce manual/transactional activities.

This role is a key leadership role within GBS and ensures that we align to our group finance regional structure and ensures consistent and efficient balance sheet management and will ensure that our month end close process is accurate and done in compliance with IFRS and GAAP statutory requirements. In this role you will help shape the evolution of our global RTR function in collaboration with our GBS RTR GPO at this critical time for IVC Evidensia.

IVC Evidensia is currently going through an exciting period of significant change, and you will need to embrace and drive that change. This role requires a combination of strong analytical skills, leadership skills, extensive knowledge of global RTR practices, procedures and technology, the ability to navigate complex balance sheet processes and procedures, as well as the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a rapidly evolving organisation.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end month end reporting, ensuring accurate and timely processing for multiple countries and regions in collaboration with our Management Accountants.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with regional & country CFO's, Group Finance and Genpact management to ensure seamless balance sheet reporting delivery.
• Ensure compliance with global group policies, regulations and reporting requirements in each country within your region.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of balance sheet reporting.
• Stay updated with finance IFRS/GAAP legislation, industry trends, and emerging technologies in global accounting management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including GPO, finance, legal, and IT, to streamline month end close processes and data integration.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess month end reporting performance and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Manage relationships with external & internal auditors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders for audits and compliance checks.
• Provide strategic guidance and recommendations on balance sheet management related matters.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and participate in professional networks or associations to foster knowledge exchange.

Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (CPA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience with preferable 3+ years' experience in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in French or Spanish language highly desirable but not mandatory.
• Proven track record of effective leadership and a strong behavioural profile in a complex RTR function, including working with RTR external partners and leading change.
• Preferable a strong knowledge of global finance reporting, regulations and compliance requirements across multiple countries and regions.
• Extensive experience in managing relationships within a finance reporting environment.
• Proficiency in using finance software or systems e.g., Oracle, Blackline systems.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive process improvements and optimize RTR operations.
• Strong analytical skills to assess Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Understanding of data protection regulations and confidentiality requirements in handling financial information.
• Proficient in using MS Office applications, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with changes in global finance regulations and best practices.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• 26 days annual leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Pension
• Discretionary Bonus
• Discounted staff pet care
• Dog Friendly office
• Free Parking available at Head Office

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Following receipt of your application, you will be contacted by one of our experienced hire recruitment team.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.