Accounting Team Lead (Associate Manager) (R2R)

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

Accounting Team Lead (Associate Manager) (R2R)

•            Location: Frimley, Surrey

•            Function:  Finance - Shared Service Centre (SSC)

We do not offer international relocation for this role

About the role

This is a fixed term contract position to cover a maternity leave for 12 months

Reporting to the SSC Manager, Finance, this role is responsible for leading the Accounting Team in providing high quality financial services to a group of company codes, through accurate and timely financial statements, analysis capability, solid financial controls and successful audits as well as identifying and developing a talented and empowered accounting team of analysts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for month-end and year-end.
• Explain finance accounts to local or regional Finance members.
• Apply policies and internal controls, ensuring Sarbanes Oxley compliance.
• Oversee annual external and internal audits.
• Lead, develop, and empower the Accounting team.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members.
• Foster a creative and innovative environment for continuous improvement.
• Create a 'great place to work' atmosphere.
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and journals.
• Implement LEAN methodologies to reduce complexity.
• Drive cross-country process improvement within the SSC and local countries.
• Support the SSC Strategic Vision and lead weekly Team Huddles.
• Handle ad-hoc projects as required.

Experience you'll bring

• Qualified/Finalist for a recognized Accounting qualification. Graduate calibre, ideally a degree in finance or accounting
• Leadership skills to manage a growing team
• Strong Business and accountancy understanding and experience
• Experience supporting senior management
• Ability to work across Countries/Regions and confidently work with Senior Stakeholders
• Strong knowledge Excel & PowerPoint
• Experience and knowledge of SAP, BPC, BW

Behaviours you'll need

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and operate efficiently under continuous change
• Strong drive for results, accuracy and control compliance
• Good communications skills, value added mentality, flexibility and adaptability
• The ability to use initiative and be proactive in anticipating problems which may occur

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible starting and finishing times + 4.5 day working week
• 33 days annual leave including public holidays due to supporting European countries
• Pension, Life cover & Health Insurance
• Shuttle bus service from local train stations, EV Charging Points, Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free onsite Gym with free classes

Inclusion & Diversity 

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.  

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.