Chief Accountant

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Ingenico is seeking a highly skilled Chief Accountant to own the Accounting function for the UK and other EMEA entities, onsite in Dalgety Bay, Scotland, and reporting to the Head of Finance while collaborating with the UK team, regional peers and global finance. The role oversees offshore AP and AR, drives a robust close process, cash management and weekly forecasting, strengthens internal controls, and manages statutory reporting and tax matters including VAT, Corporation Tax, R&D Tax Credits and Patent Box. Key requirements: Big 4 background, more than three years in a similar role, CA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, Master’s degree, extensive IFRS and local GAAP knowledge, ERP proficiency, high integrity. To apply, tailor your CV to show multi geography impact, audit and tax project successes, and strong stakeholder communication, and highlight autonomy and fit for a global, diverse hybrid workplace.

Ingenico is the global leader in payments acceptance solutions. As the trusted technology partner for merchants, banks, acquirers, ISVs, payment aggregators and fintech customers our world-class terminals, solutions and services enable the global ecosystem of payments acceptance. With 40 years of experience, innovation is integral to Ingenico’s approach and culture, inspiring our large and diverse community of experts who anticipate and help shape the evolution of commerce worldwide. At Ingenico, trust and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. 

We are looking for a highly skilled Chief Accountant who will have ownership for the Accounting function at Ingenico UK and other EMEA entities, covering several geographies.  In this role you’ll report to the Head of Finance.  You will work in close collaboration with the UK finance team as well as peers across EMEA and global finance teams, not to mention the business itself.

Your day-to-day responsibilities include

• Ensure all the accounting-related functions of the company are flowing smoothly
• Supervise the AP & AR activities (offshore) to ensure timely service delivery to the company
• Enable a smooth and robust financial closing process, in alignment with our standards
• Cash management incl factoring processes, cashflow budgeting and weekly forecasting
• Lead in identifying, developing and implementing effective internal control mechanisms and drive consistent improvements in accounting processes and routines
• Support the preparation of statutory reporting in strict adherence to accounting standards
• Be the main point of contact to both internal & external auditors
• Relationship-building is absolutely key - HMRC, banks, Ingenico customers & suppliers, external auditors, professional accountancy & tax specialists, consultants
• Validation and verification of payments for accuracy and accountability
• Tax – Corporation tax payment calculations, VAT returns, and annual tax computations (in close coordination with our external advisor), including R&D Tax Credit and Patent Box
• Insurance policies – working with our brokers to implement annual policies

What does success look like?

• Accounting positions & financial statements are fully substantiated & accepted by auditors
• Stakeholders at all levels within the group benefit from your ability to guide to the best accounting treatment in line with financial strategy
• Auditors & senior management recognise your authority as an expert in local accounting norms

Skills we can't do without

• You have a deep understanding of local and IFRS accounting standards. Ideally, you are a Chartered Accountant (CA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• You know how to prepare statutory accounts and Companies House filings
• You know how to prepare Tax returns (VAT and Corporation Tax), and have experience with R&D Tax Credits and Patent Box relief
• Motivation and passion for making a difference, great sense of autonomy
• You are a great communicator
• Big 4 audit background and >3 years of work experience in similar position
• Relevant Master’s degree from a recognised university
• Must have vast ERP experience and advanced IT skills
• Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work in a truly global organization.
• Flexible hybrid work setup with 3 in-office days per week. 
• A dynamic and international work environment.
• A chance to contribute to impactful initiatives that shape the future of commerce.

As part of our values, we embrace diversity and inclusion at Ingenico. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. Ingenico welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process
We want to adapt our processes and create a safe work environment that welcomes everyone.
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