Senior Financial Accounting


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£55,000 to £65,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Wilmslow, M1 4BT
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Oct 2026
Closing date:	31 Oct 2026

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Summary

Your new company

A global business with operations across multiple international markets is seeking to appoint a Senior Financial Accountant into its established finance team. The organisation offers the scale, complexity and exposure to support ambitious finance professionals looking to develop their careers within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. This opportunity provides visibility across senior leadership teams, international operations and a range of business improvement initiatives.

Your new role

You will be responsible for the financial accounting and reporting activities across a portfolio of international entities, taking ownership of month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and statutory accounting requirements. The role will involve coordinating both internal and external audits, working closely with finance, tax and operational stakeholders, and supporting continuous improvements to financial controls and processes. You will also contribute to regional and global finance projects, offering broad exposure within a large and evolving international business.

What you'll need to succeed

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge gained within a large corporate environment or shared service centre setting. The role is ideally suited to candidates who enjoy working within complex and international organisations. Previous experience supporting multiple entities and operating within a shared service centre environment would be highly advantageous. Strong communication skills, a proactive approach and a desire to drive process improvements and add value are essential. Experience of SAP or a similar ERP system would be beneficial, whilst German or Polish language skills would be considered a distinct advantage.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join an international organisation offering excellent career progression, exposure to global operations and the opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals. The role provides involvement across financial accounting, reporting, audit, controls and transformation activities, alongside a competitive salary and flexible hybrid working model. You will be joining a business that values development, encourages progression and supports long-term career growth.

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