Full job descriptionWe’re recruiting on behalf of a leading global entertainment business that is continuing to grow and invest in its finance function. This Financial Accountant role is an opportunity to join a high-performing international reporting team where you’ll gain exposure to complex accounting, work closely with colleagues across Europe, and develop your career within a business renowned for promoting from within.
The culture is one of the biggest attractions. The finance team is supportive, social and highly collaborative, with many employees choosing to build long-term careers here. People are trusted with responsibility early, encouraged to develop, and given opportunities to progress as the business continues to evolve.
The OpportunityWorking within the head office finance team, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and supporting finance teams across multiple international markets.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Owning head office accounting for central costs, including budgets, forecasts and actual reporting
*Reviewing monthly reporting submissions from international entities
*Reviewing balance sheets and ensuring appropriate technical accounting treatment
*Preparing reporting packs for the global parent company
*Supporting audit, tax and internal control requirements
*Managing intercompany recharges and transfer pricing allocations
*Working closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams
*Providing guidance and support to finance teams across Europe
*Contributing to finance projects and continuous process improvements
About YouYou’ll be a technically strong qualified accountant who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to continue developing your career within an international business.
You’ll bring:
*A recent ACA (or equivalent) qualification
*Experience in audit, financial reporting or technical accounting
*Strong Excel skills and excellent analytical ability
*The confidence to communicate with stakeholders across multiple countries
*A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach
Experience of US GAAP, SOX or reporting within a multinational group would be beneficial, but is by no means essential.
Why Join?This is more than just a Financial Accountant position. It’s an opportunity to join a business where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
Alongside exposure to a complex international group, you’ll benefit from:
*Working for a market-leading entertainment business with global reach
*A collaborative, friendly and down-to-earth finance team
*A social culture where relationships matter and successes are celebrated
*Excellent exposure to senior stakeholders across international markets
*Ongoing learning, development and genuine career progression opportunities
*A business with strong staff retention, where many employees have built long and successful careers
*An excellent package including enhanced parental benefits, childcare support, a bonus and lots of wellbeing initiatives
*Hybrid working with two days per week in the office and plenty of socials
If you’re looking for a role that combines technical accounting with international exposure, excellent career development and a fantastic team culture, we’d love to hear from you.