Financial Reporting Accountant

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Financial Reporting Accountant - £55,000 to £65,000 Location - Reading Qualification - ACA, ACCA or CPA Qualified We are looking for a proactive Senior Financial Reporting Specialist to join our European Finance function. This role is based in Reading, UK , and will focus on delivering high quality financial accounting and compliance activities across several European entities. You will work closely with colleagues across Finance, Operations and the wider international business, playing an important role in ensuring accurate reporting, strong governance and consistent adherence to accounting standards. What You'll Be Doing Financial & Management Reporting Lead key elements of the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles, ensuring all submissions meet US GAAP and internal policy requirements. This includes journal preparation, subledger reviews and accounting for technical areas such as inventory, leases and provisions. Statutory Accounts & Compliance Prepare statutory financial statements under IFRS and manage routine compliance activities for multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities include coordinating tax submissions (such as VAT and corporate tax) and supporting external advisors to meet regulatory deadlines. Controls & Balance Sheet Integrity Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring accurate balance sheet positions and alignment with group policies. Support both internal and external audits by providing clear documentation and timely responses. Cross Functional Collaboration Act as a key liaison for international stakeholders, particularly within the wider corporate function. Provide guidance, share knowledge with colleagues and assist in resolving accounting queries across the team. Continuous Improvement Contribute to process improvements, identifying opportunities to streamline ways of working and supporting broader finance projects. What We're Looking For Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) with at least 3 years' experience post qualified Strong technical grounding gained in a fast paced, international or multi entity environment Experience working with or alongside US GAAP is highly beneficial Confident communicator able to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders Proficient in finance systems and advanced Excel; exposure to large ERP systems is an advantage Organised, flexible and comfortable managing multiple priorities To apply for the JOB TITLE position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
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Reading
Job Type:
FullTime

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