Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly and quarterly statements, whilst maintaining ledger reconciliations.
• Manage payroll processing and related accounting requirements, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with tax regulations.
• Control cash flow, accounts payable, and inventory, including overseas imports and related accounting.
• Maintain fixed asset register and conduct bi-annual stocktakes.
• Adhere to and implement company financial policies, procedures, and quality assurance systems.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar accounting role
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS
• Strong analytical, organisational, and time management skills with attention to detail
• Experience in payroll processing, tax regulations, and ability to work independently and in a team

• Strong analytical, business sense and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership, management, team building skills
• Good coordination, interpersonal skills

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for sealing, bonding, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry.

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