Financial Accountant

Robert Half is partnering with a large, multinational organisation based in Manchester in sought of an Interim Financial Accountant.

This is a key role within a centralised Global Financial Services function, supporting revenue accounting, month end close, controls and process improvement across a complex international business. The Role You'll play a critical role in supporting centralised revenue recognition activities, working closely with local finance teams and stakeholders across the wider organisation.

Key responsibilities will include

Supporting month-end close, including journals, revenue schedules and reconciliations.

Working across revenue accounting processes.

Supporting the transition of finance processes into a centralised function through documentation and knowledge sharing.

Reviewing and improving existing processes, identifying opportunities for automation, simplification and efficiency.

Working with finance teams and wider stakeholders to resolve accounting queries and issues.

Ensuring compliance with finance policies, statutory requirements, SLAs and SOX controls.

Producing and distributing accurate financial reports within agreed deadlines.

What We're Looking For

We're particularly interested in candidates who have

ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified.

Ideally trained or worked within top 10 accountancy firms or alternatively a strong Top 20 practice.

Experience within a large multinational / complex corporate environment

Strong Revenue Accounting or RTR experience with sufficient depth to confidently explain accounting treatments, triggers and controls.

Experience of shared services, global business services or centralised finance functions is highly desirable.

Experience of working with SOX controls and compliance.

A track record of identifying and implementing process improvements.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

The ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, changing environment.

Ideal Background This role would suit a qualified accountant who has worked within a sizeable international organisation and can demonstrate hands on experience across revenue accounting, month-end close and financial controls.

Manchester - Hybrid Interim Contract. 3 - 6 months. Qualified Accountant - ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA

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