Senior Financial Accountant

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their dynamic International Financial Accounting team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support financial reporting and controls across a diverse portfolio of international businesses. You'll be hands-on in preparing balance sheet reconciliations, developing robust processes for new operations, and collaborating with external auditors. If you're a qualified accountant ready for a high-impact role in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career while shaping a growing team.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in financial statement preparation and monthly reporting.

Responsibilities

• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and monthly reporting.
• Supporting the set-up of new international business operations.
• Mentoring and overseeing the work of a Junior Financial Accountant.

Skills

Financial Statement Preparation

Monthly Reporting

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Adaptability

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

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Job Title: Senior Financial Accountant
Location: Head Office, Enderby, Leicester
Salary: Competitive base + bonus & benefits

Are you a qualified accountant looking to step into a high-impact role within a dynamic international finance environment? We have an exciting opportunity to join our International Financial Accounting team at our Group Finance function in Enderby, Leicester.

As a Senior Financial Accountant , you’ll play a key role in supporting the financial reporting and control framework across our growing portfolio of international businesses. This is your chance to make your mark at a FTSE 100-listed organisation

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting directly to the International Finance Manager, you’ll be responsible for:

• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and monthly reporting, including journal postings and financial packs
  
  
• Supporting the set-up of new international business operations by developing robust processes and controls
  
  
• Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts for global entities (Germany, Dubai, India, USA)
  
  
• Collaborating with external auditors and advisors during audits
  
  
• Working with commercial and operational teams to ensure timely, accurate financial data
  
  
• Mentoring and overseeing the work of a Junior Financial Accountant
  
  

This is a hands-on, varied role that gives you exposure to international operations, half-year and year-end reporting, and the opportunity to shape a growing team.

Job Title: Senior Financial Accountant
Location: Head Office, Enderby, Leicester
Salary: Competitive base + bonus & benefits

Are you a qualified accountant looking to step into a high-impact role within a dynamic international finance environment? We have an exciting opportunity to join our International Financial Accounting team at our Group Finance function in Enderby, Leicester.

As a Senior Financial Accountant , you’ll play a key role in supporting the financial reporting and control framework across our growing portfolio of international businesses. This is your chance to make your mark at a FTSE 100-listed organisation

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting directly to the International Finance Manager, you’ll be responsible for:

Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and monthly reporting, including journal postings and financial packs

Supporting the set-up of new international business operations by developing robust processes and controls

Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts for global entities (Germany, Dubai, India, USA)

Collaborating with external auditors and advisors during audits

Working with commercial and operational teams to ensure timely, accurate financial data

Mentoring and overseeing the work of a Junior Financial Accountant

This is a hands-on, varied role that gives you exposure to international operations, half-year and year-end reporting, and the opportunity to shape a growing team.

What We’re Looking For

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong experience in financial statement preparation and monthly reporting

Proven ability to develop, improve, and challenge financial processes and controls

Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines

Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders across multiple teams

Adaptable and driven – you thrive in a fast-paced environment and embrace change

If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career and be part of an exciting growth journey, we’d love to hear from you.

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