Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant (9-Month FTC)

London (Hybrid)

£66,000

The Advocate Group is proudly partnering with a multi-billion-pound global leader in premium consumer goods, with a world-class portfolio traded across more than 160 countries. With some of the most recognisable and prestigious brands in the world, the business operates across diverse global channels, including duty-free, airports, cruise lines, and border retail - making this one of the most commercially exciting and internationally connected divisions in the industry.

This role sits within their high-performing Global Travel Retail function, a fast-paced and culturally diverse team spanning 20+ international locations. With over 30 nationalities represented and a remit that brings brands to life across global travel hubs, this is a dynamic environment offering both complexity and global exposure.

They are now seeking a Financial Accountant with strong Accounts Receivable and Credit Control experience to support the Financial Control team through a 9-month fixed-term contract. This role is central to ensuring accurate financial reporting, efficient cash collection, and robust accounting processes across multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities:

Credit Control & Accounts Receivable

• Allocate cash, perform daily matching, and manage AR collections
• Produce ageing reports, overdue reporting, and AR KPIs including DSO
• Manage customer queries, build relationships with AP teams, and resolve issues quickly in collaboration with Operations
• Conduct regular credit limit reviews and ensure customer credit exposure is well managed
• Support cash flow forecasting and provide visibility on expected receipts

Financial Accounting

• Support the month-end closing process across multiple markets
• Prepare and submit VAT returns across different countries, advising on VAT treatment for invoices
• Perform reconciliations, journal postings, and ledger management
• Assist the wider Financial Accounting team and contribute to process improvement initiatives

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent; part-qualified ACCA or similar desirable
• Strong foundational accounting knowledge
• Solid experience in cash collections and credit control
• Strong Excel capability with confidence handling data
• Experience with ERPs such as Oracle JD Edwards or SAP (posting journals, bank recs, closing ledgers, running queries)

Personal Attributes:

• Methodical, accurate, and detail-driven
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Curious and eager to understand end-to-end processes
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a globally influential business, supporting a travel retail division that is truly international in reach and deeply connected to some of the world's most iconic brands.

You’ll gain exposure to complex global markets while working in a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing Financial Control team.

Press APPLY NOW or send your CV to ellis.mullaney@advocate-group.co.uk