Senior Accountant - Payroll and VAT (Hybrid) in Kennington

Job SummarySenior Accountant - Payroll and VAT
Looking for a role where your expertise matters? As a Senior Accountant at Insulet, you’ll contribute to transformative work, enjoy a flexible and inclusive culture, and make a real, daily difference for our global Podder community.We are seeking a Senior Accountant (Payroll and VAT) to join our International Accounting team. The position is responsible for payroll accounting, VAT accounting, and related financial reporting activities across multiple EMEA entities. The role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP, supporting local statutory reporting requirements, maintaining a robust internal control framework, and driving continuous process improvements within a dynamic, fast-growing public company. The role requires a consistently high standard of technical accuracy, ownership, professional judgment, and the ability to deliver complete, well-supported work with minimal rework.In this high-growth environment, continuous improvement is essential. We are looking for an individual who demonstrates a proactive mindset, embraces change, and has a proven track record of identifying and implementing process and system enhancements.Responsibilities: Lead payroll accounting activities across the EMEA region and act as the key accounting partner for Payroll, HR, Benefits teams, and external payroll providers.Prepare and review payroll-related journal entries, including payroll accrual calculations, ensuring all entries are accurate, complete, appropriately supported, tied out, and reviewed before submission in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP.Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including review of transactions posted by other accounting functions and proactive resolution of identified issues.Take full ownership of balance sheet reconciliations for payroll, benefits, VAT, and other assigned accounts, ensuring clear