A well established FMCG company based near Wimbledon are actively seeking a German Speaking Management Accountant to join their UK head office. The role will have strong involvement with the German entity so fluent german is a non negotiable. Accounting tasks
• Overall understanding, review and control of all financial transactions and accounting matters to ensure that transactions are processed in an accurate, timely, and complete manner
• Produce and review monthly management accounts, including commentary, accruals, balance sheet and prepayment reconciliation
• Work alongside the Regional Finance Business Partner to provide Forecast Cashflow and Balance sheet reporting
• Lead the audit process and external reporting requirements
• Manage relationship with the external auditors
• Manage the accountants and ensure AP, AR and GL process and entries are recorded in accordance with Group policy and best practice
• Review and monitor credit, shipping, logistics and stock issues
• Ownership & control of payroll
• Tax and VAT returns
• Ad hoc projects and tasks as requested Team Management
• Management and development of the accounting team
• Actively monitoring the performance and the needs of the department; developing strategies to address any skills gaps
• Inspire and support the team, aligning where possible their personal and development goals with those of the business Controls and Processes
• Develop and maintain a robust control environment
• Lead the ongoing review of systems, controls and processes to ensure that the finance functions are fit for purpose in the short, mid, and long-term
• Responsibility for internal control, maintenance of authority limits and risk management Person Specification
• Part Qualified/ Finalist accountant
• Fluent English and German
• Experience working within an international organisation
• Experience of producing management and statutory accounts
• Payroll experience
• Strong IT skills, ideally Excel, SAP, and Business Objects
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to stakeholders at all levels
• Self-starter able to operate with minimum supervision
• Approachable and positive attitude
• Thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Keen to learn and develop