General ledger Accountant

General Ledger (GL) Accountant (qualified/part qualified) £c56k+ Benefits + 20% Bonus South East ABJ6488 PERMANENT An excellent opportunity for an experienced General Ledger (GL) Accountant (qualified or part-qualified) to join a leading organisation in a pivotal finance role. You will maintain accurate and complete financial records by managing the company’s general ledger — including allocating journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring financial data is robust for reporting, compliance, and audits. This is a varied role offering strong exposure across financial reporting, process improvement, business intelligence, and cross-functional collaboration. Hybrid - main base UK OR Barcelona Key Responsibilities * Maintain accurate, up-to-date General Ledger GL records supported by solid, auditable documentation. * Ensure completion and accuracy of key balance sheet reconciliations (AR, AP, stock, fixed assets subledgers). * Handle large volumes of accounting data to produce management information and internal/external financial reports. * Recommend and deploy best practices in credit control (credit evaluation, limits, monitoring, collections). * Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure completeness of revenue, margin accuracy, and timely recognition of sales/purchases. * Review, analyse, and set standard costs for company inventories. * Manage Opex control and liaise across departments to ensure timely period close. * Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. * Provide insight into key Balance Sheet and P&L variances at month end. * Establish controls for master data creation/changes and accounting system integration. * Assist with budgeting and performance forecasting. * Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. * Support internal/external audits and prepare required documentation. * Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimise profitability. * Lead or contribute to projects around data enhancement, BI reporting, and digitalisation of finance/admin processes. * Oversee insurance administration including policies, claims, and accounting. * Participate in finance meetings and respond promptly to accounting queries. Experience & Skills * Qualified (ACCA / CIMA) or part-qualified with solid experience. * 5+ years’ accounting & finance experience. * Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (FICO module advantageous) plus advanced MS Office skills. * Experience with Business Intelligence solutions and financial reporting systems. * Familiarity with automated Order-to-Pay processes desirable. * Process- and IT-oriented with digitalisation experience. * Able to work independently within a small, collaborative team. * Strong multitasking skills, adaptable approach, and willingness to take on a varied role. * Fluent English essential; Spanish highly desirable. * Must have right to work in the UK or Spain. Comprehensive benefits package – - including bonus, 20% employer pension contribution, commuting allowance, (part flexible working). Full Benefits package discussed at interview stage. Basic salary: above market average. Bonus. Car allowance (if UK-based). Commuting allowance (if office-based). Pension contribution (if UK-based). BUPA, Life assurance 4x annual salary. To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson, job ref ABJ6488 on (phone number removed) or preferably apply to