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General Ledger Accountant

Employer
Speedcast
Location
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
Apr 26, 2021

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Job Role
Accountant
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Overview of Position:

Reporting to the Finance Manager EMEA the GL Accountant will be responsible for producing management accounts for entities in the region.

What you will do:

  • Completion of monthly management accounts including variance analysis commentary and additional Group Finance requests for entities in the EMEA region in accordance with group reporting timetable
  • Completion of month end balance sheet reconciliations within prescribed timelines. Highlighting balance sheet risks and opportunities.
  • Working with external auditors and the SSC statutory accountant and other stakeholders to ensure statutory filings (e.g. annual accounts, tax returns, VAT returns, etc.) are filed in accordance with local regulatory requirements. This involves providing the auditors with the requested information (transactions listing and samples, including coordinating with other departments to obtain the backup) and answering their queries.
  • Preparation of weekly cash flow forecasts for the multiple bank accounts of the assigned entities.
  • Working with Payroll team to ensure payroll is accurately processed, paid and accounted for.
  • Working with the intercompany accountant on intercompany balances with other entities.

What we need from you:

  • Qualified financial accountant
  • Good communication skills with ability to liaise with auditors
  • Ability to prioritise workload in order to achieve deadline
  • Previous experience of Microsoft Navision

Even better if you have:

  • Statutory Accounts experience

Working at Speedcast:

At Speedcast, we want people that like adventure. Who are motivated by work that takes uncommon ingenuity and thinking outside the box. Who relish the idea of working in an industry undergoing massive transformation. If you want to be part of a global team responsible for connecting the world, then you're in the right place.

We're always pushing forward, never standing still. When people rely on you and your team to stay connected, it brings everyone closer together. We're united by the adrenaline of high-stakes projects and our love of getting the job done right. You will experiment, learn and grow here, right alongside us, every single day.

Find great opportunities to make an impact. We have a "one team, one dream" mentality. We work together to make great things happen. Working at Speedcast isn't just a job, it's a career that you can take to new levels.

Top reasons why people love working at Speedcast:

  • Our global presence - you get to work with clients and colleagues all over the world, in every continent
  • Talented teammates - your co-workers are the best and brightest in the industry
  • Industry leadership - be part of the latest advancements shaping the future of communications
  • Ability to develop skills - work across departments to gain new skills and valuable experience
  • Choose your environment - we have an environment to fit your temperament. Choose between a traditional desk job or work in the field.
  • Grow your career - Guide your career in the direction you want. Gain new titles and responsibilities through our internal promotion system.
  • Work on diverse projects - every day is different with our customers from a range of industries around the world

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