Senior Accountant

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Senior Accountant, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation. You’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern society and enhancing lives - as we continue to apply, refine and recycle metals that matter, for a healthier and more resilient future.

The role:

As a Senior Accountant, you will help drive our goals by:

• Leading month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Managing general ledger processes, including journal preparation and review, as well as robust balance sheet reconciliations.

• Overseeing critical areas such as inventory, fixed assets, intercompany and liabilities to ensure integrity of financial data.

• Ensuring accuracy of the trial balance while providing clear, insightful analysis to support business decision-making.

• Supporting tax, audit and statutory reporting requirements in line with internal policies and external standards.

• Strengthening financial controls and governance while driving RTR improvements through automation and standardisation.

• Partnering with stakeholders to deliver high-quality financial analysis and reporting.

• Coaching and supporting colleagues on accounting matters, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous development.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Proven experience in record-to-report or general accounting, with a strong track record in senior-level roles, combined with a solid understanding of financial reporting practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of ERP systems, processes, and workflow technology.

• Fluent in English, with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and management.

• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and deliver results with minimal supervision.

• Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset, combined with strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and drive results.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Health & Well-being: a diverse, inclusive, work & life balance work environment; hybrid way of working; health insurance from the first day of employment; employee assistance program

• Life, accidents & critical diseases insurance

• 25 days of paid vacation leave

• IIIrd Pillar Pension Fund contributions

• Paid volunteering opportunities (2 days per year)

• Great career growth and development opportunities in a global organization

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online.  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply:  Find Jobs - Workday (myworkday.com)

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