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Financial Accountant - International

Dartford Permanent £65,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
A leading international business is seeking a Financial Accountant to lead the monthly reporting, balance sheet integrity and statutory compliance for a network of overseas entities. This role is ideal for a technically strong accountant looking to utilise their international exposure and progress within a scaling global organisation.
  • Lead reporting for multiple international entities in a growing global group
  • High‑impact role with technical breadth and direct exposure to senior finance

About Our Client

Our client is a substantial, privately owned, sector leading business with a significant UK presence and a growing international footprint. The organisation continues to expand through investment in technology, strengthening its global operations and building high‑performing teams. They operate at meaningful scale and offer a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with strong values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Description

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the International Financial Accountant will take ownership of the financial reporting for a portfolio of international legal entities.Ker responsibilities will include:

  • Producing monthly financial reporting packs and delivering accurate, fully supported balance sheet reconciliations for all international entities.
  • Managing inter‑company reconciliations and supporting transfer pricing requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Preparing VAT returns via group systems and coordinating with overseas agents to ensure timely filings, payments and refunds.
  • Supporting year‑end processes, preparing statutory accounts and leading interactions with external auditors.
  • Providing technical guidance to junior finance staff and contributing to cross‑functional finance projects.
  • Ensuring strong financial controls, accuracy of postings and compliance with local requirements across all entities.
  • Upholding the organisation's values and contributing to a positive, high‑performance finance culture.



The Successful Applicant

The successful International Financial Accountant should be

  • A qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with strong technical accounting and statutory reporting experience.
  • Experienced in preparing financial statements, VAT returns and supporting external audits.
  • Comfortable working with international entities and liaising with overseas teams; exposure to multinational environments is advantageous.
  • Skilled in accounting systems and data extraction, with strong Excel capability.
  • Detail‑oriented, analytical and confident managing deadlines across multiple jurisdictions.
  • A strong communicator able to collaborate effectively with internal teams, auditors and overseas agents.
  • Experienced with various international GAAPs (highly desirable, not essential).

Candidates from the following backgrounds will be well positioned for this role:

  • Group Accounting,
  • Financial Accounting roles with international scope, or
  • Big 4 / Top 10 audit with complex, multi‑entity clients



What's on Offer

This International Financial Accountant role is based in the offices near Dartford 2-3 days per week, with the rest of the time working from home.

  • Base salary of £65,000-£80,000 salary (depending on experience).
  • Hybrid working.
  • 25 days' annual leave.
  • Excellent family leave benefits.
  • Pension and wellbeing support.
  • Onsite parking and facilities.
  • A strong culture of development and work-life balance.



Contact
Paul Urquhart
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6928448
Phone number
+44 1622 604 511

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accounting
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
Dartford
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Paul Urquhart
Consultant phone
+44 1622 604 511
Job reference
JN-012026-6928448