Senior Accounting Manager in London

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world's first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator. As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world.

With Eutelsat You'll Get To:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

Why Eutelsat?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer‐centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it's woven into our strategy.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology.

Who You Are:

You're a whiz in technical accounting matters with a strong drive to deliver. You're agile and love driving improvement. You read, learn, examine, and are full of ideas. You want to make a real difference in the world by revolutionizing technology in Space.

What You'll Do:

We are looking for a Senior Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. This position will report to our Accounting and Consolidation Director and will be responsible for assisting in the reporting and regulatory processes for the whole organisation.

Responsibilities include:

• Key stakeholder in the SAP finance transformation & non-finance initiatives.
• Interact and work collaboratively with other functional business departments to achieve company goals and management control.
• Responsible for the Financial Reporting of the OneWeb Consolidated results.
• Completion of cyclical financial statements and year end audit for UK entities.
• Thorough understanding of the international financial statement yearend processes, improving processes to expedite reporting in line with Group.
• Keep up to date with technical changes, accounting standard updates and apply to the business, accounting records and statutory financials.
• Maintain a focus on strong internal controls in line with Group Reporting processes to ensure consistent compliance with best practice.
• Drive and manage process improvement in key areas (Revenue and billing, inventories, Fixed assets and accounts payable).
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and verify accounting is in line with current IFRS accounting standards.
• Ensure that all other declarative works are being adequately managed and delivered on time by the team (ONS, etc.).
• Work to strengthen the local team's core skills and develop core accounting competencies.
• Liaise with other Global Finance teams on monthly processing and accounting issues.
• Cover ad hoc analysis and studies when required.

What You'll Need:

• To be qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
• A deep understanding of local and international accounting principles (e.g., UK GAAP, IFRS).
• 5+ years of experience in a Big 4 Public accounting or auditing firm.
• Strong knowledge and experience of SAP ERP S4 Hana is a plus.
• Use of excel models and proven ability to manipulate for reporting purposes.
• Technical Reporting experience and leading year end accounting, audit schedules and notes.
• Experience of a first-class control environment.
• The ability to design, implement, and optimize financial reporting processes and internal controls.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely express ideas both verbally and in writing.
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Ability to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for the team to fulfil responsibilities in accordance with core strategic goals.
• Strong problem‐solving skills, including ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate.
• Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent and shifting demands.
• Ability to coordinate between various corporate functional groups.

Where You'll Be: Our London Office in White City on at least a part time basis.