Accountant/Controller

Accountant/Controller
5-month contract
Manchester/Remote - You will be expected to be in the office 3 to 4 times a week
Up to GBP55 per hour (Inside IR35) - Based on a 37.50-hour work week

Digital Skills is proud to partner with a global travel brand in search of an experienced Accountant/Controller to lead accurate and timely financial reporting for a key division of the business. This role requires a qualified accountant with a strong background in large, complex organisations and the ability to manage a fast-paced month-end process with confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
• Review and approve key journal entries, ensuring clarity and proper documentation
• Oversee general ledger reconciliations with detailed supporting analysis
• Manage compliance across SOX, tax, statutory, and statistical filings
• Lead and develop a team of three
• Support internal and external audits
• Contribute to broader finance initiatives and process improvements
• Collaborate with wider finance teams and Technical Accounting to ensure proper treatment and resolution of accounting issues

Key Skills

• Qualified accountant (essential)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working within large organisations or group environments
• Hands-on experience with month-end reporting in a large corporate environment
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines
• High attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset
• Proven people management experience
• Flexible and proactive approach
• SAP and/or experience with Corporation Tax or VAT is a plus, but not essential

If you believe your skills and aspirations align with this role, we enthusiastically encourage you to apply without hesitation.