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26.04.2025
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Job Description:
At Saint Gobain we are looking for a Financial Accountant (General Ledger) to work in our Shared Service Centre in East Leake.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified accountant to join our passionate and knowledgeable Shared Service Centre (SSC) as a Financial Accountant. This role offers the chance to step into your first management position, managing and developing the General Ledger team for multiple SSC clients, processes, and systems. You will also participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the General Ledger process area and across the SSC.
Finance is part of the Professional Services team at Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland.
This role can be worked on a Hybrid basis.
What we’re looking for:
* Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
* Knowledge of General Ledger accounting principles, activities, and processes.
* Knowledge of local statutory accounting rules.
* Awareness of IFRS and local fiscal rules.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to influence SSC senior management and team members.
* Good communication skills, including the confidence to challenge and question if needed.
What you will be doing:
In this role as a Financial Accountant, you will:
* Prepare and post all accruals and journal entries into SAP as agreed with clients.
* Reconcile sub-ledgers with the general ledger.
* Perform fixed asset accounting, reporting, and reconciliation processes.
* Finalize month-end and inter-company reconciliation processes in liaison with AP, CM, and AR team members.
* Prepare monthly and yearly balance justifications and balance sheet reconciliation files.
* Prepare monthly KPIs and analysis for SSC management and clients.
* Prepare monthly sign-off files for multiple clients.
* Populate the group reporting package with financial data.
* Assist in preparing periodic declarations such as VAT, Intrastat, PSA, etc.
* Anticipate month-end processes to ensure smooth and efficient closing.
* Respect closing calendar.
* Perform financial activities to help other SSC members meet performance objectives.
* Assist in preparing yearly statutory accounts and supporting documents for local auditors.
* Work with team and other process teams to identify and implement improvements.
* Deliver high levels of customer service.
Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in sustainable construction, improving daily life through high-performance solutions. We value diversity and aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed and valued.
And what about flexibility?
We are open to flexible working arrangements such as flexible hours, job-sharing, or part-time work. We are committed to listening to your needs and discussing possible accommodations.
If you meet our criteria, we look forward to hearing from you and discussing your experience further.
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