Senior Financial Accountant

Clorox Company; Richmond; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company in the UK seeks a skilled accountant to manage financial operations and oversee key accounting processes. This role involves leading month-end closes, VAT compliance, and supporting statutory audits while mentoring a small team. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of experience, strong UK GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in financial tools like SAP S4 Hana and Netsuite. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days in-office, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning opportunities

Half-day Fridays

Qualifications

• 4–6 years relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience in statutory audits and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close and manage general ledger transactions.
• Oversee VAT reporting and cash transactions (AP & AR).
• Manage and mentor AR and AP Analysts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Advanced Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualification

Tools

SAP S4 Hana

Netsuite

Concur Expense

Anaplan

Job description

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team.**Your role at Clorox:**Reporting directly to the Accounting & Controls Manager, you’ll take ownership of key accounting processes for our UK legal entity while providing vital support to European operations.**In this role, you will:**## This role will involve leading the month-end close and managing general ledger transactions. You will be overseeing VAT reporting, cash transactions (AP & AR), and balance sheet reconciliation support group consolidations along with ensuring compliance with corporate policies and internal controls.## You'll play a key role in statutory audits and deputising for the Accounting & Controls Manager when required. Managing and developing one direct report, fostering growth and excellence.## ## This is an exciting opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership capability in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role is hybrid (3x a week in the office) based in Richmond, London, United Kingdom.## ## **Key Responsibilities**## *Financial Accounting & Reporting** ## Ensure timely and accurate recording of all UK legal entity transactions.* ## Review daily transactions in Netsuite and manage accruals in line with UK GAAP.* ## Provide accounting support to European operations, including research, recommendations, and implementation of accounting changes.* ## Maintain data integrity across reporting systems.* ## Manage the SAP S4 Hana Group Reporting consolidation process, including posting US GAAP adjustment, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.* ## Monitor balance sheet accounts regularly to ensure accuracy.* ## Ad Hoc reporting for Sales, Marketing and Logistics teams.* ## Act as finance contact for projects as required.## ## *Cash Management & AR/AP Oversight** ## Oversee the Order to Cash process in collaboration with Credit Control and Customer Service.* ## Mentor and supervise AR and AP Analysts to ensure accurate payables, receivables, and cash management.* ## Coordinate monthly intercompany reconciliations and payments with group entities.## ## *VAT & Tax Compliance** ## Act as the key contact for VAT across Europe and the UK.* ## Collate, reconcile, and process VAT returns (UK and Netherlands).* ## Partner with tax advisors to ensure compliance and support statutory audits.* ## Assist with corporate tax returns, transfer pricing, and global tax compliance.## ## *Internal Controls & Audit** ## Support the Financial Controller and Finance Director in strengthening internal controls.* ## Lead annual statutory audits, ensuring timely deliverables and stakeholder management.* ## Review and recommend updates to accounting policies to align with best practice.* ## Drive continuous improvement initiatives, with a focus on automation and efficiency.* ## Provide regular trainings and updates to wider business on policies such as Travel and Expenditure, Prepayments, Procurement Policies.**What we look for:**## **Skills, Experience & Qualifications**## *Experience** ## Newly Qualified or Finalist ACCA/CIMA/ACA with 4–6 years’ relevant experience.* ## Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and financial statement preparation.* ## Proven experience in statutory accounts, tax returns, and cash management.* ## Demonstrated people management skills (managing at least one direct report).* ## Experience working in a multinational or fast-paced environment preferred.## ## *Skills & Competencies** ## Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively to leadership.* ## Excellent understanding of internal controls and data integrity.* ## Advanced Excel skills; proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).* ## Experience with Concur Expense, SAP S4 Hana, Netsuite, and Anaplan desirable.* ## Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.## ## *Education** ## Bachelor’s Degree, College Diploma, or equivalent.* ## Newly Qualified or Finalist ACCA/CIMA/ACA.**Workplace type:**#LI-Hybrid**Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive.** **.**## **Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:*** Competitive compensation* Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international* Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being* Flexible work environment, depending on your role* Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing* Half-day Fridays, depending on your locationPlease apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.**Who we are.**We champion people to be well and thrive every single day. We’re proud to be in every corner of homes, schools, and offices—making daily life simpler and easier through our beloved brands. Working with us, you’ll join a team of passionate problem solvers and relentless innovators fueled by curiosity, growth, and progress. We relish taking on new, interesting challenges that allow our people to collaborate and thrive at work. And most importantly, we care about each other as multifaceted, whole humans. Join us as we reimagine what’s possible and work with purpose to make a difference in the world.**This is the place where doing the right thing matters.**Doing the right thing is the compass that guides every decision we make—and we’re proud to be globally recognized and awarded for our continuous corporate responsibility efforts. Clorox is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's New Plastics Economy Global Commitment. The Clorox Company and its Foundation prioritize giving back to the communities we call home and contribute millions annually in combined cash grants, product donations, and cause-marketing. For more information, visit and follow us on social media at @CloroxCo.**Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity.**We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re always looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a nonstop drive to keep growing and learning. 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