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.