Overview:
Otter Products is seeking an Accountant to join our finance team! Our mission as stewards of Otter’s resources, assets and financial plans facilitates our day-to-day responsibilities of providing accurate and timely financial information to the Leadership Team, other departments and outside sources.
This position is critical to the accounting team’s ability to achieve departmental goals and strategies. Otter Products is a rapidly growing multinational company looking for a candidate who has experience in accounting and reporting systems, as well as managing aspects of indirect tax (EU VAT, With Holding Tax etc) compliance. This Otter will report to the Financial Controller and will possess broad accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills and good interpersonal skills. An ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks with changing priorities is a must.
Responsibilities:
1. Assist with production of group monthly management accounts, including P&L accounts, KPI’s and Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
2. Support the review and analysis of group GL codes on an ongoing basis.
3. Manage intercompany accounts processing & reconciliations.
4. Assist in preparation of group-audited Interim and Final accounts and liaise with external auditors.
5. Ensure accounting systems and policies are adhered to.
6. Responsible for accurate and timely preparation, completion and filing of group VAT returns and trade compliance work (VAT returns, ESL, Intrastat, annual returns, voluntary disclosures, where applicable, and any other ad hoc returns).
7. Provide support to AR & AP functions as required.
8. Support Finance Controller on group Corporation Tax filings.
9. Responsibility for group trade compliance – VAT, Corporation Tax, Payroll Tax, and customs.
10. Support on internal compliance and training through effective documentation of accounting processes and procedures.
11. Analytical review of the monthly P&L. Investigating variances and flagging areas not aligned to plan as part of monthly close review.
12. Produce financial analysis reports for company departments to support KPI & budgetary control.
13. Exercise superior professional judgment to do what is always right for the company and the customer.
14. Demonstrate an adaptability and openness to change, whether it be in objectives, roles, procedures.
15. Continuously strive for improvements and efficiencies in the accounting processes & procedures that supports the sustainable growth of the business.
16. Partner with company departments to support the execution of company strategic objectives.
17. Partner with Finance Controller on ad-hoc and strategic project as and when required.
18. Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
1. Professional accounting body qualification (ACCA/ACA/CGMA/CPA) is required.
2. 3 years’ EMEA wide industry experience is essential.
3. Strong track record of taking a primary role with the month end close process for a variety of EU countries is required.
4. Experience working with an Accounting ERP system is required.
5. Advanced MS Excel skills is required.
6. Understanding of EU VAT is beneficial.
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn new programs.
8. Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, problem solve, and meet deadlines.
9. Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of internal & external stakeholders.
10. Ability to be the best steward of company resources, conducting oneself in a way that radiates integrity, honesty, and trust.
11. Willingness to learn and evolve with an ever-changing department, company, and field.
12. Accurate attention to detail and ability to manage stakeholders.
13. Fluent written & verbal English is required. Another European language would be highly desirable.
EEO: Otter Products International is an equal opportunities employer (EEO). All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of their race, colour, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, language, religion or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a minority, birth, disability, age, sexual identity or any other characteristic.
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