Senior Accountant

Barclay Meade; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company is seeking a Senior Accountant for a temporary position in Littlehampton, UK. This role is crucial for supporting financial record-keeping, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and contributing to detailed reporting while collaborating with the finance team. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong communication skills and proficiency in accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant.
• Qualified AAT or equivalent qualification is essential.
• Experience in accounting fields within a US-headquartered group.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the General Ledger including Banking and Accounts Payable.
• Produce high-quality balance sheet reconciliations monthly.
• Analyze financial statements for compliance with internal controls.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Excellent attention to detail

Proficiency in influencing others and working under limited supervision

In-depth working knowledge of US GAAP

Experience with internal control environments and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX 404)

Advanced skills in Excel

Experience working across global time zones and cultures

Education

Qualified AAT or equivalent qualification

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Job description

Job summary

Our client, a prominent company is seeking a Senior Accountant for a temporary position based in Littlehampton, UK

Key skills required for this role

Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant

Job description

Our client, a prominent company is seeking a Senior Accountant for a temporary position based in Littlehampton, UK. This role plays a critical part in supporting the company's financial record-keeping, reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with GAAP, corporate policies, and ethical practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the General Ledger of assigned entities, including Banking, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Revenue Recognition, Fixed Assets, and Inter-company activities.
• Prepare and record journal entries such as accrual calculations, payroll accounting and reconciliation, holiday accrual preparation, prepayments, and internal/external commissions.
• Produce and contribute to high-quality, accurate, and detailed balance sheet reconciliations monthly, in line with corporate guidelines.
• Review system-generated transactions for reasonableness and maintain records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.
• Analyse financial statement information and ensure compliance with internal controls accounting process documentation (i.e. SOX 404).
• Communicate with local and foreign subsidiaries to resolve accounting issues and produce, maintain, and analyse complex management reports.
• Develop and interpret reports and records for managers/stakeholders and assist with audit query resolution.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager, Accountant Lead and other members of the regional finance team when required.

Job Requirements:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency in influencing others and working under limited supervision
• In-depth working knowledge of US GAAP and advantageous understanding of other GAAP
• Experience with internal control environments and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX 404)
• Advanced skills in Excel and accounting software such as SAP and Blackline
• Qualified AAT or equivalent qualification
• Experience in accounting fields within a US-headquartered, globally-influential manufacturing group
• Experience working across global time zones and cultures

Work Environment:

• Standard office environment with general office equipment
• Extensive communication with Corporate and Business Unit Finance teams
• Potential for extended hours to meet month-end schedules

Personal Characteristics:

• A passion for delivering high-quality work and achieving team success
• Commitment to timely delivery and high standards
• Proactivity and detail-oriented while maintaining awareness of the big picture
• Self-sufficiency and strong communication skills

If you are an experienced accountant eager to take on this temporary role and contribute to a dynamic team in the energy sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's team in Littlehampton.