Controls Accountant

Job description
This role offers the chance to join a leading company as a Transformation & Controls Accountant , where you will drive process improvements, implement change, and enhance financial controls across the business. With a focus on partnering with stakeholders and leveraging new technologies, it's a key role for a qualified accountant passionate about business transformation and innovation. Client Details Our client is a prestigious company renowned worldwide for creating exceptional holiday experiences. With a team of over 10,000 employees, they have cultivated a culture that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and delivering excellence. Their commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement makes them a fantastic place to work for individuals who are passionate about driving change and making an impact. This is an exciting opportunity to join their dynamic finance team as a Transformation & Controls Accountant , where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their finance function and the wider business. If you're excited by the idea of partnering with teams to deliver meaningful change and are looking to work in a world-class business, this could be the opportunity for you! Description This role will support with driving change throughout the Finance function and the wider business, identifying and resolving risks and implementing new processes to maximise business efficiency and enhance financial controls. The role has a wide remit and the scope will range from simple process updates to wholesale changes to longstanding but outdated procedures, potentially via the introduction of new technologies. As well as identifying areas for change, the Transformation / Controls Accountant will be responsible for documenting new processes, selling these into the business and subsequently ensuring that they are being followed correctly. This is an integral role within the Finance team that requires excellent communication skills and an ability to build effective working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of financial controls, have the ability to communicate confidently and effectively throughout the business and have strong decision making and analytical skills. Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to identify areas for improvement and drive transformation across finance and operations. Lead the design and implementation of new processes, leveraging technology to modernise longstanding procedures and enhance business efficiency. Document and communicate process changes effectively, ensuring seamless adoption across teams. Provide expert insight into financial controls and governance, safeguarding the business through rigorous analysis and risk identification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support various projects aimed at improving business performance, ensuring that changes align with strategic business goals. Profile Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) with a proven track record in financial transformations and controls. Strong analytical skills with the ability to take ownership, make decisions, and drive continuous improvement. Practical experience delivering change in large corporate environments, with a good understanding of key business drivers and regulatory constraints. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. A proactive self-starter who thrives in dynamic environments, with a passion for process improvement and change management. Job Offer What's On Offer: £48k-£55k per annum, plus a 12% bonus. Hybrid working model - 2 days in the office, 3 days from home. Fantastic benefits package, including pension scheme, life assurance, discounted short breaks, access to leisure facilities, and retail discounts. Exciting career development opportunities with the chance to gain externally recognised qualifications.