General Ledger Accountant – Western Europe
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Part-Qualified Accountant to join our finance team on a 15-month fixed-term contract, taking ownership of general ledger accounting for several key support entities across Western Europe. Working closely with finance partners and external auditors, you will strengthen balance sheet integrity and support timely, accurate reporting for the group. This is a great opportunity to make a tangible impact on financial control and reporting quality across multiple entities.
What the role involves
General Ledger & Financial Control
Own general ledger accounting for the relevant entities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in line with company policy and local requirements
Lead the month-end close process, preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations to support timely, accurate reporting and a strong control environment
Process Improvement
Identify and embed improvements to accounting processes and controls, driving a more efficient and well-documented approach across the entities in scope
Reporting, Compliance & Audit
Deliver monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting, ensuring accounting treatment aligns with local GAAP requirements and group reporting standards
Partner with external auditors and advisors to provide timely schedules, working papers, and supporting documentation for statutory and year-end reporting
Business Partnering
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and group finance to ensure accounting entries are complete, accurate, and any issues are resolved efficiently
Champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the wider finance function
What we are looking for
Part-qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), or equivalent progress toward qualification
Previous experience in an Accountant or Management Accountant-style role, ideally with ownership of legal entities or country ledgers
Strong experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, and balance sheet reconciliations
A track record of implementing or improving financial processes and controls
Experience working with external auditors and third-party finance or accounting partners
Ability to prepare accurate reporting packs, schedules, and reconciliations to tight deadlines
Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a hands-on, proactive mindset
Confidence working independently whilst collaborating effectively with wider finance and business teams
Good systems knowledge, including ERP or finance systems
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
Nice to have
Good understanding of local GAAP principles, ideally with experience across Spain/UK/Ireland
Experience with Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems
Spanish language skills
Understanding of local tax requirements
What we offer
Medical / Health Insurance
Open Annual Leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Training & Learning Development
Additional benefits vary by country and will be shared during the hiring process.