Accountant

The opportunity

A prominent global manufacturer and distributor within the automotive and medical sectors is seeking a proactive Accountant to join their Swindon-based team. In this standalone role, you will hold primary responsibility for the financial health of the UK entity, producing vital management accounts and analysis. Operating within a collaborative HR and Finance function, you will act as a key point of contact for international stakeholders across Europe and Asia, ensuring the business meets its rigorous reporting and compliance obligations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the production of comprehensive monthly management reporting packs for the Board of Directors.
• Manage the general ledger, fixed asset registers, and full balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee all online banking operations, including the execution of payments and bank reconciliations.
• Calculate and process complex international royalty payments and intercompany recharges.
• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns and ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Coordinate the annual audit process, acting as the primary liaison for external auditors.
• Drive business planning through the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis.
• Provide detailed cost analysis and variance reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with global finance teams in Singapore, Japan, and Europe to align financial policies.
• Support the continuous improvement of financial systems and internal process automation.

About you

• Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA (or part-qualified with significant relevant experience).
• Proven background in management accounting, ideally gained within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including the use of pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and macros.
• Technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
• Previous experience working within an international group structure or coordinating with global teams.
• Highly organised with the ability to work independently and meet tight month-end deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, comfortable liaising with senior directors and external stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work weekends when required to meet specific reporting cycles.

Why apply

• Benefit from a hybrid working model that balances office presence with home-based flexibility.
• Take ownership of a standalone finance function within a secure, global organisation.
• Gain exposure to complex international accounting practices and cross-border collaboration.
• Competitive salary package within a collaborative and innovative corporate environment.