Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Gloucester, UK

Hybrid model: 3 days in the office, 8:30am to 5pm shift

We're on the lookout for a meticulous and driven Accountant to join our team in Gloucester! In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in supporting our European Legal Entities, collaborating closely with the Accounting team to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient accounting operations.

From assisting with month-end closes and preparing detailed journals to crafting financial statements, tax returns, VAT submissions, and ad hoc reports, your expertise will be instrumental in keeping our operations running smoothly. With opportunities to work on audits, variance analyses, and more, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and is eager to take on new challenges.

Ready to elevate your career and be part of a team where your skills truly matter? Apply now and join Notified!

Day to day responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Perform assigned general accounting functions (i.e., bank reconciliations, maintaining general ledger systems, workpaper preparation, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner ensuring adherence to department policies and procedures.
• Prepare and enter month end journal entries including bank entries, payroll, accruals, prepayments, taxation, Transfer Pricing and assist in month end closing.
• Prepare accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations for the assigned entities.
• Preparation of Financial Statements for a number of European entities and liaison with external auditors as required.
• Assisting with Corporation tax payments and reporting working with external advisors.
• Preparation of VAT returns for assigned entities.
• Know and support approved accounting and departmental policies and procedures including keeping up to date on internal controls concerning accounting   functions and appropriate GAAP.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis as requested, ensuring all reports are completed accurately and according to designated timelines.
• Prepare accounting records and schedules appropriate for internal and external auditors and identify any discrepancies.

What you should bring:

• CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified or finalist.
• Minimum of 2–3 years suitable relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel including pivot tables and v-lookups.
• Suitable experience working in a finance environment.
• Experience of preparing statutory accounts.
• Practical working knowledge of UK GAAP.
• Proficiency in accounting software and other financial management tools (e.g., ERP systems) – preferably Oracle.
• Intermediate knowledge of Word and PowerPoint required.
• Other languages would be advantageous (French / German).
• Flexible and positive attitude to work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and able to handle multiple demands and reporting deadlines simultaneously.
• Quick starter, keen to learn and develop, and take responsibility.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively as a team.

Why work for Notified? 

We place a lot of value in giving our clients the solutions and support they need to operate efficiently and successfully. This same desire we use to set our customers up for success applies to our employees as well. Notified committed to helping our employees and their families maintain a healthy work/life balance, to build a financially secure future. Self-development and learning are key with all our global employees having access to our internal learning and development university DevelopU for career and skills enhancement.

What we offer:

• Global collaboration with team members in 17 countries.
• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs. 
• Flexible work arrangements. This role will be based out of our Gloucester office, located at Corinium House, Barnwood Point, Corinium Avenue. Our expectation at this time is that you would work from the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with flexibility to work from home on Monday and Friday.
• Regular learning sessions, team-building events, and activities.
• Annual social events, including Summer and Christmas parties. 
• A diverse international work environment. 
• A culture that celebrates innovation and creativity. 
• Access to our virtual university, offering over 8,000 online courses. 
• Quarterly Recognition Awards. 
• A rewarding Referral Bonus Scheme.  

About NOTIFIED!

We believe everyone has a story to tell and we’re passionate about helping people and brands amplify their stories across the globe. We are proud to be the number one provider of enterprise webcasting and investor relations content distribution, as well as a global leader in press release distribution. Our clients have used Notified to monitor over 2 billion social media conversations every year! Our products are built so storytellers can do their best work. But we’re not just a platform—personalized, caring service is how we operate. We add a personal touch to everything we do. We strive to deliver wisdom and insight by helping our clients reach global and targeted audiences, measure outcomes, and fulfill their commitments.

Join the Best In Class!

• “Best Press Release Distribution Company,” MarTech Breakthrough Awards
• “PR Innovation of the Year,” Gold Stevie® Winner, 2023 American Business Awards
• “Marketing/Public Relations Solution,” Gold Stevie® Winner, 2023 American Business Awards

What’s next? 

Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our in-house recruitment team to kick-start the recruitment process. If you are a possible fit, you will be invited to meet with a few key individuals in order to help you get a full understanding of the team and the position. Our goal is for you to get to know us as we get to know you! 

At Notified we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and build success upon it. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and no part of this advertisement is intended to discriminate on any grounds. 

Please note: 

Subject to local legislation, and as applicable to the position to which you have applied, Notified may require your consent at the point of offer to complete certain background screening checks including (but not limited to) Legal right to work in the relevant country, reference checks, Credit checks and Criminal checks. Failure to complete these checks / meet the required criteria may result in offer withdrawal.