EMEA GL Financial Accountant

3 weeks ago

Warrington, United Kingdom New Balance Full time

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.

The EMEA GL Financial Accountant will work across a number of subsidiaries withing the EMEA region and will be responsible for a broad range of financial accounting activities. The individual will be detail orientated and will look to contribute through operational improvements, financial control enhancement and ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial information. The candidate will build strong relationships, collaborate closely and communicate effectively with both EMEA Finance and External audit.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Fixed Asset Management:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of fixed assets, including acquisition, depreciation, disposals and impairment;

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure correct capitalisation, assets classification and compliance with local accounting policies and regulation;

  • Provide support and analysis on Capital Expenditure tracking as requested;

Intercompany Reconciliations:

  • Perform intercompany reconciliations across entities within the EMEA Region, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation of intercompany balances;

  • Collaborate closely with EMEA finance teams to standardise the intercompany reconciliation process and resolve discrepancies on a timely basis;

Payroll Reconciliations:

  • Perform monthly payroll reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of payroll postings;

  • Collaboration with HR and payroll teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure correct allocation of amounts;

Balance Sheet Reconciliations:

  • Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner;

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards, maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and data integrity;

VAT and Intrastat Compliance:

  • Working alongside external advisors, manage VAT filings ensuring accuracy as well as timely submissions and payments;

  • Stay updated on local VAT regulations and on VAT-related matter to supports business operations and decision making;

  • Prepare and submit Intrastat reports for Intra-EU trade and EC Sales list ensuring adherence to respective country requirements;

Audit Support:

  • Assist in the preparation of audit deliverables, including providing supporting documentation, reconciliation and explanations for audit inquiries;

  • Collaborate closely with auditors, addressing queries, resolving issues and ensuring timely completion of audit requirements;

  • Looks to improve processes and enhance internal controls to streamline future audits;

Collaborate with Finance Teams:

  • Work closely with finance teams in different markets across the EMEA region, providing support, guidance and expertise in areas of responsibility;

  • Facilitate effective communication and knowledge sharing to maintain consistent and alignment in financial reporting practices

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business;

  • Post qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with a financial accounting background;

  • Knowledge of GL accounting across multiple European entities and financial control, ideally Indirect tax knowledge;

  • Proficiency in financial statements, ERPs and advanced MS Excel Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with exceptional attention to detail;

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with teams across the region;

  • Ability to priortise tasks, meet deadline and manage multiple assignments simultaneously;

  • Proactive mentality with a continuous improvement approach

  • Language Skills (French/German/Dutch) desirable

BENEFITS:

  • Discretionary Bonus Opportunity

  • Private Medical Insurance

  • Dental Scheme

  • Pension Scheme

  • Flexible Working Hours (07:00 – 10:00 start, 15:00 -18:00 finish)

  • Hybrid working (3 days on-site)

  • 25 days Annual Leave per year

  • Life Insurance

  • On Site Gym

  • Employee Discount

  • Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year

  • Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment.  We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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