Specialist Accounting Operations

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen Specialist für Accounting Operations in London. Diese Schlüsselrolle erfordert starke technische Buchhaltungsfähigkeiten und einen Fokus auf Prozessoptimierung. In einem dynamischen Team arbeiten Sie eng mit dem Assistant Financial Controller und externen Anbietern zusammen, um eine hohe Qualität der Buchhaltungsoperationen sicherzustellen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für operative Exzellenz haben und in einem kollaborativen Umfeld gedeihen möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie. Werden Sie Teil eines Unternehmens, das Vielfalt schätzt und sich für eine inklusive Kultur einsetzt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-Abschluss in einem relevanten Bereich erforderlich.
• Erfahrung in der Zusammenarbeit mit Drittanbietern in der Buchhaltung.

Responsibilities

• Verwaltung von Eskalationen und Unterstützung der Kernkontrollaktivitäten.
• Täglicher Kontakt mit Drittanbietern zur Sicherstellung der Servicequalität.

Skills

Technische Buchhaltungsfähigkeiten

Prozessoptimierung

Aufmerksamkeit für Details

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Kundenorientierung

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor in Finanzen

Bachelor in Buchhaltung

Bachelor in Betriebswirtschaft

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Job description

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Specialist, Accounting Operations - London

McDonald’s UK & Ireland is seeking a Specialist, Accounting Operations to join our finance team in London. This vital role involves working closely with the Assistant Financial Controller, the UK & I Market Controller, and third-party providers to ensure accurate, high-quality accounting operations and drive process improvements.

This position is ideal for individuals with strong technical accounting skills and a passion for operational excellence, eager to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partner with the Assistant Financial Controller to manage escalations and maintain smooth operations.
2. Support core controllership activities such as A2R (Account to Report), P2P (Procure to Pay), and R2R (Record to Report) with high accuracy.
3. Perform key in-market accounting, audit, and tax activities requiring local presence.
4. Act as the daily liaison with third-party accounting providers, ensuring alignment and efficient service delivery.
5. Monitor and ensure the accuracy and quality of outputs from third-party providers.
6. Serve as the primary contact for the UK & I market finance team and corporate stakeholders, providing clear communication and operational support.
7. Assist in resolving issues, disputes, and approvals within our Scaled Services model.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with third-party providers in an accounting or finance setting.
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-first mindset with a commitment to high-quality stakeholder service.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with Oracle Fusion is a plus.

Additional Information:

At McDonald’s, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic self. We embrace diversity within our communities and believe that our strength lies in our people, customers, franchisees, and suppliers. We do not tolerate inequality, injustice, or discrimination of any kind. We are dedicated to actively contributing to our communities by developing skills and inspiring aspirations, helping people succeed both within and outside of McDonald’s.