EMEA Accountant

Company: Sharp Consultancy
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Location: Leeds
Job Description:

We are working with a leading international business that is looking to appoint an EMEA Accountant near Leeds.

This is a broad financial accounting position offering exposure across a complex European finance operation. The role would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys working across multiple entities, partnering with stakeholders across different countries and getting involved in both core accounting and wider finance projects.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and reviewing monthly financial reporting across EMEA entities

  • Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring robust financial controls

  • Supporting month-end close and reporting processes

  • Working closely with in-country finance teams across Europe

  • Supporting statutory accounts, tax compliance and year-end processes

  • Liaising with internal and external auditors

  • Supporting SOX and internal control requirements

  • Investigating variances and resolving accounting issues

  • Supporting FP&A, operations, HR and other internal stakeholders

  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting

  • Assisting with wider finance projects and ad-hoc analysis

Ideally you will be able to demonstrate the below qualifications/experience:

  • Strong month-end and financial accounting experience

  • Excellent knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls

  • Experience working within a multi-entity, international or EMEA environment

  • Good understanding of statutory reporting and audit

  • Strong Excel skills and ideally experience of SAP or another large ERP system

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Proactive approach to process improvement

  • Fluency in an additional European language, such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch or another European language

Benefits to include:

  • Annual Bonus

  • 25 days + BH

  • Private Healthcare

  • Pension

  • Hybrid (3/2)

  • Study Support

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026