Company: Gridlines
Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients to make
complex financial decisions quickly and with confidence.
We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges.
We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for the brightest and best talent to join us on this journey.
Requirements
• Review and approve payment transactions set up by junior finance staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage all accounts payable activities: invoice matching, accruals, reconciliations, and payment authorisation.
• Process and reconcile expense claims across all jurisdictions.
• Review monthly payroll data and liaison with external payroll accountant; verify accuracy and flag discrepancies.
• Execute month-end close activities: intercompany reconciliation, journal entries, ledger balancing, and reporting support.
• Manage multi-currency transactions, FX conversion, and ensure correct treatment of intercompany charges.
• Prepare financial reports, analysis, and documentation as requested, including month-end reporting packs, variance analysis, cash position summaries, and ad-hoc financial information as required.
• Deputising for the FC as required.
Key Skills and Qualifications-
• Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, or ACA) with minimum 7-10 years' post-qualification experience in a similar accounting role.
• Expert proficiency in Xero accounting software.
• Demonstrated experience with multi-national environment and foreign exchange.
• Practical knowledge of intercompany reconciliation and month end closing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; self-directed, proactive problem-solver.
Benefits
A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office-based, working from home, and working on client sites.
Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand.
You'll have significant autonomy, work directly with the Finance Controller on strategic decisions, and be part of a rapidly scaling organisation. This role offers exposure to multi-jurisdictional finance operations and the opportunity to grow with the company.
Skills Required
- Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, or ACA)
- Minimum 7-10 years post-qualification experience in a similar accounting role
- Expert proficiency in Xero accounting software
- Experience in multi-national environments and foreign exchange (multi-currency transactions, FX conversion)
- Practical knowledge of intercompany reconciliation and month-end closing
- Experience reviewing monthly payroll data and liaising with external payroll providers
- Ability to work independently; self-directed, proactive problem-solver
What We Do
Are you tired of conventional, slow-paced financial modelling that leaves you in the dark until the last minute? We were, too. That's why our team, which collectively has hundreds of years of experience in high-stakes financial modelling, came together with one belief: there's a better way. Our mission is clear: to redefine modelling with faster, more insightful solutions. With Gridlines, it's all about clarity, speed, and ease. WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT Financial modelling isn't just a service we offer. It's what we live and breathe every day. That drives us to constantly innovate, find smarter ways, and set better standards for you and the entire industry. SERVICES WE PROVIDE: Model build: Our models are robust, flexible, and easy to understand, enabling you to make confident, high-quality, timely decisions. Model audit: Ranked 2nd globally in the Inframation league tables (Jan-April 2024), and having completed 100+ audits, industry leaders trust us to ensure their model is robust and error-free. Financial modelling training: Transform your skills and confidence with our FREE Essential Financial Modelling course, covering core and advanced modelling topics. WHO WE WORK WITH With a global client base, we've worked with leading institutions on some of the world's biggest finance projects. Clients include Siemens, Masdar, Barclays, The World Bank, EDF, Citibank, Ofgem, Total, Suez and more. SECTORS Renewable energy Aviation Health Water Transport OUR PROMISE TO YOU We help clients make better decisions - because better decisions mean a better future for all of us. So, whether you're paving the way for your next big infrastructure project, navigating a merger, or a high-value investment opportunity, why not join the ever-growing league of industry leaders who already trust Gridlines to support their critical decisions? Get in touch today for a free consultation. www.gridlines.com/contact-us
