Accounting Manager- EMEA

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing global accounting team. This role will oversee accounting operations across the EMEA region, support the monthly and quarterly close processes, and partner closely with the Global Controller and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely consolidated financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and local statutory requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, international accounting experience, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced global environment.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the month-end and quarter-end close processes for the EMEA region, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Perform variance analysis and provide insights into financial results and operational performance to support management decision-making.
• Manage the overall accounting operations for assigned EMEA entities, including maintaining strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements, and analyzing financial performance.
• Oversee and manage intercompany accounting and reconciliation processes across global entities.
• Review and supervise the work of accounting staff, providing coaching, guidance, and development support.
• Oversee payroll accounting and related processes across the EMEA region.
• Partner with external auditors and local advisors to support statutory audits and ensure timely resolution of audit requests and findings.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen accounting operations as the organization continues to scale.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives led by senior management.
• Assist with the setup and operational readiness of new international office locations and legal entities.
• Analyze and reconcile foreign exchange impacts across balance sheet and P&L accounts to ensure financial results are reasonable and accurately reported.

Who You Are 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Several years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within multinational or high-growth environments.
• ACA, ACCA, CA (ICAS), or CIMA qualified, or hold an equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification.
• Experience managing international accounting operations and working with foreign statutory requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, work under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite and advanced Excel skills.
• Prior people management experience with the ability to lead and develop team members.
• Experience working with multinational entities, intercompany accounting, FX accounting, and payroll operations is a plus.