At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Accounting Team to deliver high-quality financial services and reports.
- Company: Join SC Johnson, a global leader in iconic brands and sustainable practices.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, 33 days leave, health insurance, and a newly refurbished gym.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and inclusion in a collaborative workplace with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a supportive environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Accounting qualification and experience in managing teams and financial reporting.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide. The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations.
Location: Frimley
Function: Finance, SSC
Contract: Fixed Term
About the role
This is a fixed term contract position to cover maternity. Reporting to the SSC Manager, Finance, this role is responsible for leading the Accounting Team in providing high quality financial service to a group of company codes, through accurate and timely financial statements, analysis capability, solid financial controls and successful audits as well as identifying and developing a talented and empowered accounting team of analysts. This position is not available for international relocation. This position is eligible to work from home one day a week.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate and timely month end and year-end financial reporting
- Provide explanation of finance accounts, as required by the local or regional Finance members
- Responsible for the application of policies and internal controls
- Responsible for Sarbanes Oxley compliance for the SSC processes
- Responsible for the annual external audit and any internal audit
- Lead and develop the Accounting team
- Provide clear direction and empowerment to the team, so they can perform at the expected standards
- Recruit, train and develop the team members
- Help to build an environment to stimulate creative thinking and innovation towards continuous improvement
- Foster a ‘great place to work’ environment
- Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and journals for completeness and accuracy
- Reducing complexity via LEAN methodologies
- Drive and sustain cross country process improvement and commonality, within the SSC and the local countries
- Support the management team in implementing the SSC Strategic Vision
- Lead the weekly Team Huddles
- Ad-hoc projects as required
Experience you’ll bring:
- Accounting qualification/Finance or Accounting degree
- Business and accountancy knowledge
- Leadership skills to manage a growing team
- Experience supporting senior management
- Strong Excel & PowerPoint skills
- Knowledge of SAP, BPC and BW
- US GAAP exposure
- Experience working in a multicultural team
- Fluent written and spoken English
Behaviors you’ll need:
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple demands
- Adaptability and effectiveness through change
- Cross-country/region collaboration and work with senior stakeholders
- Results orientation
- Accuracy and control mindset
- Value-added/commercial mindset
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Initiative and proactivity
- Anticipating and solving problems
What’s in it for you?
- Flexible starting and finishing times + 4.5 day working week
- 33 days annual leave including public holidays due to supporting European countries
- Pension, Life cover & Health Insurance
- Free Parking, Shuttle bus from local train stations, EV Charging
- Newly refurbished Gym with free classes and NEW Spin Studio!
Inclusion & Diversity
We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive. We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment.
Accounting Team Lead in Frimley employer: SC Johnson
SC Johnson is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. Located in Frimley, Surrey, the company provides flexible working hours, generous annual leave, and a newly refurbished gym, fostering a healthy work-life balance. With a commitment to diversity and continuous improvement, SC Johnson empowers its employees to thrive while contributing to meaningful global initiatives.
