Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance., Post-qualified with ACA/ACCA/CIMA, with audit experience., Motivated with a proactive attitude and focus on process improvement., Strong communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail..

Key responsibilities:

Oversee retail financial reporting and compliance across European entities.

Manage month-end closing, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Lead year-end audits, financial statement preparations, and tax compliance.

Support operational finance activities and assist with ERP system transition.

Job description

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

The Senior Retail Financial Accountant will be responsible for overseeing retail financial reporting and compliance across several European entities. The role involves ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, alongside maintaining internal controls that support both commercial initiatives and regulatory compliance.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Financial Accounting and Statutory Reporting

Ownership of the close process across several European entities, including month end accounting and variance analysis.

Ownership of Balance Sheet reconciliations, the related supporting documentation and variance analysis.

Lead year end audits and financial statements preparation and submissions.

Lead corporation tax compliance and submissions, working closely with internal tax teams and external advisors.

Lead annual transfer pricing documentation submissions.

Assist with adhoc compliance requests related to statutory and government reporting requirements.

Operational and Finance Support

Provide insights through month end variance analysis and reporting.

Provide support to the Retail Operations team and Retail Financial Controller regarding in-store financial controls for inventory, cash and new business initiatives.

Support a best practice environment, working closely with the shared service centre to standardise processes and focus on continuous improvement.

Assist the EMEA Management, Commercial and Financial Information Systems team as necessary on ad hoc requirements and new projects.

Assist and support transition to the new ERP system.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance.

Relevant number of years of experience post qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with an audit background

Motivated with pro-active attitude focussed on continual improvement of processes and reporting.

Strong communication skills and able to develop and maintain strong relationship with colleagues.

Organised, structured, able to manage priorities and work to tight deadlines.

High degree of accuracy and eye for detail.

Strong Excel, PowerPoint and presentation skills.

Experience with Microsoft D365 and Oracle desirable, but not essential.

Great teammate.

BENEFITS:

Discretionary Bonus Opportunity

Discount on the health insurance

8% holiday allowance

Flexible Working Hours

Pension Scheme

25 days Annual Leave per year

Up to €250 travel allowance each month

Hybrid working

On-site Gym

Employee Discount

Work from-home allowance

Home working equipment

Sports subscription services

Flexibility to Work from Anywhere for up to four weeks per year

Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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