Your new company

Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be working with a leading international professional services organisation to recruit an experienced Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised business with a collaborative culture, supporting a high-performing operational team within a complex and fast-paced environment.Offering a hybrid working model, this role would suit a qualified accountant looking to broaden their exposure within a multinational organisation while gaining valuable experience across financial reporting, operational finance and stakeholder management.

Your new role

You will play a key role in supporting the finance function, ensuring the accurate management of financial operations, reporting and controls. You will work closely with operational and fee-earning teams, providing financial insight and support to aid commercial decision-making.Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing monthly management accounts and management reporting packs.
• Delivering financial and operational reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Assisting with the preparation of statutory financial statements and year-end audit processes.
• Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls.
• Supporting annual budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Managing key financial operations, including accounts payable, intercompany transactions and settlements.
• Leading month-end processes and ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Supporting banking activities, cashflow management and treasury-related tasks.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Building strong relationships with both local and international stakeholders across the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed

• A fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experienced within a finance environment, ideally with 3-5 years' post-qualified or industry experience.
• Strong in financial reporting, management accounting and financial controls.
• Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and providing financial guidance.
• Experienced in month-end, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting and audit support.
• Commercially aware with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary package.

• Hybrid working arrangement.

• Opportunity to join a prestigious global organisation.

• Exposure to international finance operations and stakeholders.

• Collaborative and inclusive working environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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