European Financial Accountant (Interim)
Location: West London (Heathrow). Hybrid 3 days in the office
Salary: £300 - £350 per day
About the Client
Our client is a leading Global Supply Chain / Distribution company with a strong presence across the UK and Europe. They believe in open communication and transparency, building trust and fostering strong relationships with employees and clients alike.
About the Role
This is a key role within their European finance team, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance across multiple EU entities. You will take ownership of month-end close, reconciliations, statutory reporting, and tax compliance while supporting wider business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
Duties will include:
- Reporting to the Financial Controller
- Preparing monthly management accounts under including analysis of accounts and the production of variance commentary
- Accruals/prepayments journals
- Monthly reconciliation of all Balance Sheet accounts
- Production of monthly cash flow forecast, actuals and analysis of variances
- Bank reconciliations
- Annual financial statements, audits and tax calculations
- Liaison with external provider for VAT returns preparation and making sure they
are submitted in a timely manner
- Production of the quarterly and yearly tax package
You will be a detail-oriented and organised finance professional with strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of financial controls. A proven track record in EMEA accounting and reporting is essential, alongside experience in managing month-end processes. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively is key, as is the capacity to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.