International Business Partner Accountant in Warrington

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an International Business Partner Accountant located in Warrington, UK. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the International Business Partner Accountant role involves managing the General Ledger activities of international third‑party entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting audits, maintaining compliance with internal controls, and acting as a key finance business partner for customers and internal stakeholders. This role offers a combination of operational accounting, financial analysis, and stakeholder management within a dynamic international environment.

Typical Day

• Manage General Ledger activities and third‑party financial reporting.
• Prepare accurate monthly reporting packages and corporate financial reports.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations.
• Support month‑end and quarter‑end close activities.
• Analyze inventory valuation, freight costs, and accruals.
• Prepare financial information for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and internal controls.
• Partner with finance and non‑finance stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Participate in monthly and quarterly business review meetings and present financial results.
• Support onboarding of new business activities and provide cross‑functional finance support.

Experience We’re Looking To Add

• At least 2+ years of strong experience in General Ledger accounting and management accounting activities.
• Experience preparing financial reports within a European or international business environment.
• Strong experience of balance sheet reconciliations, audit preparation, and month‑end close processes.
• Understanding of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with inventory valuation and financial analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong overall systems proficiency.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and reporting skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Finance or Business degree and/or AAT, CIMA, ACCA qualification (or working towards qualification) preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe when required.
• Eligible to work in UK.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide

• Continuous training tailored to your role and skill set
• 33 days holidays inclusive of bank holidays per annum
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Pension and life assurance scheme
• Funding, Education, Study and Training scheme - employees can apply for £250/year which aids their development such as gym membership, language classes
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working
• Great team and work environment, a truly international workplace
• Supportive and flexible culture
• Challenging assignments
• Charity of the year and volunteering opportunities in the local community
• Employee Assistance Program BB97

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Through the collective strength of ~150,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career with Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your growth, and build great products for our customers that improve people’s lives. Together, let’s create the extraordinary!