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Senior Accountant

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-12 Manchester, United Kingdom Hybrid Accounting

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Market rate

3,000 GBP–4,500 GBP/mo (36,000 GBP–54,000 GBP/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

Senior Accountant Location: UK, Manchester ( Hybrid) About Inizio Inizio is a global partner to health and life sciences organisations, delivering specialist expertise across the product and patient journey. Through Global Finance Services (GFS), we provide high-quality, efficient and compliant finance operations that support business performance worldwide.

About the Role

Reporting to the Divisional Controller, we are seeking a Senior Accountant to lead accurate and timely period-end close activities within our Global Finance Services (GFS) shared services organisation. You will act as a subject matter expert across Record-to-Report (RTR) processes including journal preparation, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting and variance analysis while driving accounting quality, financial control and continuous improvement. Working closely with finance stakeholders, you will support governance, audit readiness and the development of junior team members. Here's what you'll be doing Financial Accounting & Close Perform and oversee complex accounting activities, reconciliations and financial reporting support processes. Own key balance sheet accounts and ensure timely reconciliation and resolution of outstanding items. Review and sign off bank reconciliations. Oversee intercompany accounting and resolution of differences. Lead assigned month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities. Review accounting transactions and escalate issues where appropriate. Prepare and review variance analysis, providing clear commentary on movements in assigned balance sheet accounts and period-end results. Prepare and review schedules and supporting information for internal and external reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and completeness ahead of submission deadlines. Governance & Controls Support

Requirements

  • ● Bachelor's degree (or equivalent professional qualification) in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline.
  • ● Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred.
  • ● -8 years' progressive finance experience including financial accounting, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, close activities, audit support and financial controls.
  • ● Technical & Operational Expertise
  • ● ERP experience (Oracle Fusion or similar).
  • ● Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • ● Strong accounting standards, financial reporting and balance sheet management knowledge.
  • ● Knowledge of internal controls and SOX or equivalent governance.
  • ● Problem Solving & Innovation
  • ● Resolve complex reconciliations, intercompany disputes and accounting issues.
  • ● Apply judgement to non-routine transactions.
  • ● Drive process improvements and control enhancements.
  • ● Stakeholder Management & Communication
  • ● Build effective relationships with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Audit and Divisional teams.
  • ● Communicate technical accounting matters clearly.
  • ● Performance, Impact & Ways of Working
  • ● High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
  • ● Collaborative, proactive and committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • ● You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting and strengthening accounting controls across Global Finance Services while supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence. Don't meet every job requirement That's okay Our company is dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.