Senior Financial Accountant

Clorox is committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team.

Your role at Clorox:

Reporting directly to the Accounting & Controls Manager, you will take ownership of key accounting processes for our UK legal entity while providing vital support to European operations.

This role will involve leading the month-end close and managing general ledger transactions. You will oversee VAT reporting, cash transactions (AP & AR), and balance sheet reconciliation support group consolidations along with ensuring compliance with corporate policies and internal controls. You will play a key role in statutory audits and deputise for the Accounting & Controls Manager when required, managing and developing one direct report, fostering growth and excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership capability in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role is hybrid (3x a week in the office) based in Richmond, London, United Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting & Reporting
  • Ensure timely and accurate recording of all UK legal entity transactions.
  • Review daily transactions in Netsuite and manage accruals in line with UK GAAP.
  • Provide accounting support to European operations, including research, recommendations, and implementation of accounting changes.
  • Maintain data integrity across reporting systems.
  • Manage the SAP S4 Hana Group Reporting consolidation process, including posting US GAAP adjustments, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
  • Monitor balance sheet accounts regularly to ensure accuracy.
  • Ad Hoc reporting for Sales, Marketing and Logistics teams.
  • Act as finance contact for projects as required.
• Cash Management & AR / AP Oversight
  • Oversee the Order to Cash process in collaboration with Credit Control and Customer Service.
  • Mentor and supervise AR and AP Analysts to ensure accurate payables, receivables, and cash management.
  • Coordinate monthly intercompany reconciliations and payments with group entities.
• VAT & Tax Compliance
  • Act as the key contact for VAT across Europe and the UK.
  • Collate, reconcile, and process VAT returns (UK and Netherlands).
  • Partner with tax advisors to ensure compliance and support statutory audits.
  • Assist with corporate tax returns, transfer pricing, and global tax compliance.
• Internal Controls & Audit
  • Support the Financial Controller and Finance Director in strengthening internal controls.
  • Lead annual statutory audits, ensuring timely deliverables and stakeholder management.
  • Review and recommend updates to accounting policies to align with best practice.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, with a focus on automation and efficiency.
  • Provide regular training and updates to the wider business on policies such as Travel and Expenditure, Prepayments, Procurement Policies.

What we look for

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Newly Qualified or Finalist ACCA / CIMA / ACA with 4–6 years' relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Proven experience in statutory accounts, tax returns, and cash management.
• Demonstrated people management skills (managing at least one direct report).
• Experience working in a multinational or fast-paced environment preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively to leadership.
• Excellent understanding of internal controls and data integrity.
• Advanced Excel skills; proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with Concur Expense, SAP S4 Hana, Netsuite, and Anaplan desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree, College Diploma, or equivalent.
• Newly Qualified or Finalist ACCA / CIMA / ACA.

Workplace type: Hybrid

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location