Accounting & Administration Lead

About the role

We are looking for an Accounting & Administration Lead to join a growing international business. Reporting into the Finance & Operations function, this role will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the company's financial and administrative operations while supporting process optimisation and business growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and working across multiple areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Administration

• Oversee supplier and customer invoicing processes.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Coordinate monthly accounting activities with external accounting partners.
• Ensure financial records and documentation are accurate, complete and up to date.
• Prepare information and documentation required for audits and statutory reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, reporting and financial administration activities.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and support payment processes.
• Maintain accurate accounting and financial information across internal systems.
• Support treasury-related and finance administration activities when required.

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain supplier, client, employee and company records.
• Coordinate contracts, corporate documentation and administrative procedures.
• Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external service providers including accountants, auditors and payroll providers.
• Support employee administration processes.
• Manage office administration and support day-to-day operations.

Process Improvement & Operations

• Support the implementation and optimisation of accounting and administrative systems.
• Review and improve financial and administrative processes.
• Help develop scalable workflows, controls and procedures.
• Support the implementation of new tools and systems.
• Prepare reports and administrative information for management.
• Coordinate internal communications, meetings and operational activities.
• Collaborate with different stakeholders across the business to improve efficiency and support growth.

What We're Looking For

Experience

• 3-5+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Administration, Business Operations or similar functions.
• Experience working with external accountants, auditors, payroll providers or third-party service providers.
• Experience within SMEs, professional services, consultancy, engineering, energy or similar environments is a plus.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Previous exposure to process improvement and workflow optimisation initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a dynamic business environment.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Proactive and hands-on approach.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Systems-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Professional level of English.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working model.
• International and collaborative environment.
• High level of ownership and visibility.
• Opportunity to influence processes and contribute to business growth.
• Long-term development within a growing organisation.
• Exposure to finance, operations and business administration in a broad and impactful role.