Financial Accountant - Glasgow
GB-SCO-Glasgow
At Percepta, we bring first-class service across each market we support. As an Financial Accountant, you’ll be a part of creating and delivering amazing customer experiences, while also enjoying the satisfaction of being part of a unique culture.
What You’ll Be Doing:
This is a wide ranging analytical and reporting role with responsibility for supporting the monthly reporting process, with various analysis and accounts preparation, for a designated list of countries within the EAPAC region.
The successful candidate will have experience in these areas displaying a willingness and ability to work as part of a team to deliver the highest standard of service.
During a Typical Day, You’ll:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts for submission to Corporate HQ, incorporating preparation/review of journals and supporting analysis, within required timescale and in accordance with Corporate policies
- Coordinate and oversee payroll for designated countries – approval of payroll prior to payment, preparation/review of payroll journals
- Liaise with local payroll providers to ensure all returns and payments of employer’s social security costs and employee tax and social security deductions are filed and paid on time
- Prepare monthly revenue calculations, hold meetings with Operations to determine the headcount per program and post to GL
- Prepare & present standard variance analysis of actual data vs. budget/forecast data for review on monthly EAPAC P&L call
- Ensure all balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled
- Ensure Sarbanes Oxley procedures are followed
- Ensure effective internal controls are applied to all Accounting functions and recommend improvements as required
- Liaise with Corporate on monthly reporting and other ad hoc requests and respond to such requests promptly and accurately
- Preparation of annual budgets and CE/forecasting on a quarterly basis
- Cash flow forecasts and requests
- Principal contact for internal and external auditors and other regulatory bodies – ensure all Statutory Accounts and tax returns are filed within the required timescale
- Liaise with regulatory authorities re VAT returns, WHT and national statistical returns etc.
What You Bring to the Role:
- Accountancy or finance degree
- Qualified Accountant with at least 3 years PQE
- Experience of operating in an international organization
- IT literate, able to rapidly acquire expert level knowledge of IT systems
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Oracle)
- Excellent communication skills
- Team player and good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and associated pressure
- Strong people skills with ability to develop strong working relations with internal and external customers
- Self-starter - can work without supervision
What You Can Expect:
- 25 days annual leave to start - increases by 1 day on the anniversary of your start date for the first 5 years, meaning a potential maximum of 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Life Assurance - 4x annual salary, contributory pension scheme, private medical and comprehensive travel insurance for you and your family in line with Scheme rules
- Discounted dental scheme, discounts on brand new vehicles and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free eye test with money towards new presciption glasses
About Percepta
Established in 2000, Percepta has contact centers across the globe that proudly deliver a frictionless customer experience to our clients.
Our values are the heartbeat of our organization, and we live, breathe, and play by them every day.
As a Percepta team member, you can expect:
Culture of Service – to be treated like you are the customer from day one
Teamwork– belonging to a supportive family team environment that encourages growth, fosters trust and open communication, and acknowledges value in your contributions
Respect– a team that is accountable, dependable and gives you their full attention
Proactive– to surround yourself with solution-oriented people who strive to improve themselves, others, and the organization
Career Growth – lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds
Diversity – be a part of our growing diverse and community-minded organization that is all about having fun!
Competitive Compensation – we take care of family, which is why we offer more than just competitive wages and great benefits. Our programs offer incentives and promote physical, mental, and financial wellness.
