At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead UK and European accounting teams, oversee financial reporting, and ensure compliance.
- Company: Dynamic company with a focus on real estate and finance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to lead a talented team.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior team members and improve accounting processes.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in finance while working across Europe and the US.
- Qualifications: Professional accounting qualification and significant experience in finance management.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 £ per year.
Required Skills:
- Financial accounting
- Real estate
- Audit
- Statutory accounts
Job Summary:
The Role:
Lead a small UK accounting team and oversee several European teams, working closely with colleagues across Europe and the US. Oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including reviewing periodic financial reporting prepared by the UK and European teams. Prepare quarterly corporate accounts reporting, monitor cash flow, oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Review and approve VAT returns, monthly payroll reports for the London office, payment runs and quarterly lender reporting. Support audits and liaise with external auditors as required. Oversee the preparation and submission of the UK statutory accounts and corporate tax returns (prepared by external service providers). Oversee the preparation and submission of year-end financial statements for the European entities. Prepare and analyse financial information on an ad hoc basis. Ensure accounting standards, internal controls, company policies, and relevant legislation are followed. Identify inefficiencies and help improve accounting processes. Provide technical accounting advice and act as a key point of contact for accounting queries. Lead and mentor junior members of the accounting and finance team.
Profile:
- A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Significant post-qualification experience in a senior financial accounting or finance management role.
- Strong working knowledge of UK accounting standards and legislation.
- Experience in commercial property accounting.
- Experience leading external audits and reviewing statutory accounts.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to prepare and interpret financial information for non-finance stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in acting as a trusted advisor.
European Finance Director 11 Month FTC in London employer: Westcore Europe
Westcore Europe provides a collaborative work environment that encourages professional development and offers opportunities for employees to engage in cross-border projects. The company's focus on compliance and financial integrity makes it a stable and attractive employer in the real estate sector.
