R2R Assistant Accountant
Location: Basingstoke
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: FTC - End of 2026
Job Scope
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You will be part of the Global Record to Report team responsible for the timely & accurate processing of the financial control, accounting and reporting activities in accordance with company policy, performance and quality standards.
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Works across all departments and key stakeholders to support the financial reporting process.
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You will drive best practice, process efficiencies and standardisation through continuous improvement using Visual Management methodology and tools.
Job Purpose
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Build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders internally and externally.
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Maintain all financial controls and systems within your role recommending potential operational efficiencies and improvements to working practices and procedures.
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Ensure all key tasks are completed to scheduled timelines and in line with accounting policies.
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Take ownership of balance sheet accounts and reviews with Finance stakeholders.
Key Accountabilities
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Preparation of monthly journals working closely with key business partners for the appropriate level of support.
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Accurate and timely month end reporting in line with the Finance hub timetable across international legal entities.
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Support with preparation of month-end analysis and commentary for management reporting.
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Completion of balance sheet reconciliations to support reviews with Finance hub managers and business partners.
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Maintain financial controls in accordance with group policies and procedures.
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Support indirect tax, local tax and ad hoc statistical reporting.
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Liaise with internal and external audit teams.
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