UK Chief Accountant
- Recruiter
- William Scott Associates
- Location
- Hertfordshire
- Salary
- £110,000 + Bonus + package
- Posted
- 26 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 03 May 2017
- Ref
- GW260417
- Job Title
- Head of Finance
- Category
- Consultancy Services, IT/ Telecoms
- Experience Levels
- Manager
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Our client, a leading international information technology consultancy, requires a UK Chief Accountant. Reporting to UK CFO, this is a pivotal role with extensive interaction with the senior executive team.
The role has responsibility for group financial reporting and central functions, including Tax & Treasury. The role will be responsible for day to day finance and accounts operations. You will ensure the financial integrity of UK business.
Responsibility for Group Reporting Definitions;
- Statutory reporting;
- Managing relationship with external auditors:
- Manage all central accounting teams.
- You will be leading a diverse group of teams, plus managing the shared service centre outsourced to India.
- You will address complex accounting issues as these affect the Group’s reporting of performance and strategic direction;
- Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring no surprises;
- You will present updates to the wider Finance, Business Finance and Commercial teams.
- You will work closely with global HQ Corporate and Commercial Finance divisional to ensure Group Accounting Policies and business performance reporting are understood.
The role would suit an individual wanting to make a transition from practice into industry. It is crucial that the successful candidate possesses strong business and commercial acumen. The Chief Accountant must have the ability to highlight the financial challenges and future needs of the business. This role requires a person who can think strategically, who supports and adds value to the executive team. This role offers the opportunity of being involved with one Europe’s most dynamic IT services organisation.