Accounting Specialist UK & Ireland, Services

Description

• Process Improvement: Identify and propose improvements to accounting processes and tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and control
• General Ledger Review: Review the general ledger for the entity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and correct classification of transactions; prepare and support month-end and year-end closing activities
• Collaboration: Work closely with the wider finance team and other departments (e.g. HR, Operations) to support overall financial and business objectives across the UK&I region
• Intercompany Transactions: Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring correct allocation, alignment with group policies, and timely resolution of differences with counterpart entities
• Audit Support: Provide support to internal and external auditors by preparing reconciliations, documentation, and explanations of balances and transactions
• Payroll Accounting: Post monthly payroll journals and related entries, including salaries, social security, pensions, and other payroll-related costs, ensuring accurate allocation to cost centres
• Staff Expenses: Record, review, and control staff expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations, and posting them accurately into the accounting system
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure that all bank transactions are accurately recorded and resolved on a timely basis
• Fixed Assets Control: Maintain and control the fixed assets register, including additions, disposals, transfers and depreciation, and ensure compliance with company and group policies
• Provisions and Accruals: Prepare and post monthly provisions and accruals (e.g. bonuses, holidays, other operating expenses) in line with accounting policies and reporting deadlines

Requirements

• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English
• Solid understanding of core accounting principles
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is highly desirable
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• 3–5 years of experience in general accounting or a similar role
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a high level of accuracy
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional qualification

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance