NLB Solutions are currently working alongside a global company based near Hemel Hempstead who are recruiting for a Financial Accountant. The successful candidate will report to the EMEA Finance Manager and ensure financial reporting and tax compliance are completed accurately and timely. You will contribute to smooth month-end and year-end closing processes and actively seek improvements to the overall efficiency of the finance department. The role will require someone who has at least 2 years post qualification experience in a commercial role as an Analyst/Accountant or similar role. In return the company will offer a competitive salary/benefits package and hybrid working. Duties: Month-end Closing – one of the key members to deliver month end closing and reporting Holding company - Responsible for closing and reporting the financial results for the holding company Technical Accounting - Responsible for the accounting and maintenance of processes to effectively report on sales allowances, stock and IFRS 16 leases Financial Reporting – Producing financial reports and updating accounting policies, including but not limited to production of annual statutory accounts and collaborating with external auditors Internal Audit – Assisting the internal audit of subsidiaries and providing business process improvements Tax compliance – Involved in tax compliance, including but not limited to preparing monthly VAT returns in the UK and the Netherlands, providing analysis for corporation tax computations, considering transfer pricing implications, PAYE settlements and Country by Country reporting Other compliance - Supporting compliance for banking, Companies House submissions etc Person Spec: ACA/ACCA qualified with post qualification experience Have a solid knowledge and understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP Strong Excel and analytical skills are paramount Excellent communication skills being able to explain accounting concepts and procedures to the wider business Self-motivated and ability to work independently as well as part of the team Previous experience in a similar FMCG multi-national industry trading across EMEA is preferred Experience of Oracle NetSuite ERP would be beneficial