Description
Want to launch your international accounting career with a role that offers immediate hands-on experience across multiple countries? This isn’t your typical accounting role – you will play a key role in the financial operations of our subsidiaries across the UK, Germany, Sweden and India, with exposure to even more international markets through our payrolls. Reporting to the International Accounting Manager, the International Accountant is a newly created role based in our Belfast, NI office. You will deep dive into the day-to-day accounting for a diverse portfolio of companies, gaining hands-on experience to accounts payable, cash management, general ledger close cycle, and the intricacies of international payroll. You will be a vital part of our global finance team, working closely with our International Accounting Manager and directly contributing to the success of our organization.
Location: Belfast (Hybrid, 1-3 days a week in office)
Duties/Responsibilities
* Prepare monthly payroll for submission for all non-US employees.
* Manage a full cycle of expenses, accounts payable and accruals, including obtaining approvals, coding and processing bills for subsidiaries, and ensuring compliance with policies, utilizing an AP automation tool.
* Provide support to stakeholders navigating intake and procurement process requests, monitor the procurement queue, and work with internal teams (legal, security, finance, etc.) to escalate/resolve stalled requests.
* Manage travel and expense cycle, reconcile corporate card charges, and enforce expense policies.
* Calculate and record accrued expenses, maintain accrual schedules, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
* Assist with calculating and filing returns for taxes such as VAT and TDS.
* Responsible for the fixed asset management in all non-US subsidiaries.
* Assist with cash management by recording daily cash activity.
* Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for the annual external audit and interface with external audit team regarding inquiries.
* Participate in the month-end close process by analyzing various balance sheet accounts, preparing supporting reconciliations and journal entries, and resolving discrepancies.
* Produce financial reports to support weekly, monthly, quarterly or annual reporting requirements.
* Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data and provide general support for the organization.
* Assist Finance leadership with the preparation of various financial analysis, metrics and presentations as assigned.
* Crosstrain and provide support for other team members and take on other responsibilities for US and non-US entities as assigned.
Requirements
* Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills – you work well under pressure with frequent interruptions
* Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Proactive and deadline oriented – you are aware of deadlines, anticipate next steps, and are willing to put in additional time during peak periods
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment
* Committed to continuously refining and streamlining processes to optimize your efficiency
* NetSuite experience a plus
* Software/Technology industry experience a plus
* Discretion and maturity in handling confidential information
* We prefer hybrid candidates that can regularly work in our offices in Belfast, NI
Education and Experience:
* Qualified Accountant (CA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
* 1-2 years' post qualification experience
* High level of proficiency with MS Excel
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