Financial Accountant

Job Description Financial Accountant - Shared Services Croda is a FTSE100 organisation focused on our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With a market capitalisation of 6 billion and nearly 6,000 employees globally, our smart science is found in products that touch our lives every day. As the name behind some of the world's most successful brands, we are developing innovative and sustainable ingredients that provide vital functionality to the Consumer Care markets. As we continue to deliver cutting-edge technology and new ideas, we are looking for a Financial Accountant to join our organisation and be a part of our finance team to ensure efficient processing of transactions compliance to Croda's ethics policy. Reporting into the Finance Controller, you will ensure transactions are processed on time, perform bank reconciliations, enter data in month-end relevant package, dealing with bankers on a regular basis for Import / Export / Routine transactions, implementing Ethics and Compliance measures. Who We're Looking For At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive. Degree qualified in accounting Proven Experience of Accounts payables, Receivables and reporting streams. Must have exposure to SAP, experience of S/4 Hana would be added advantage. Strong inter-personal skills and ability to communicate with customers in an assertive manner Additional Knowledge of GST, TDS, Income Tax would be of added advantage. Ability to work within a team What You'll Be Doing Demonstrate familiarity with a wide range of work procedures within the accounts and finance department, including specialist knowledge of GST, import duties, and accounting for exceptional transactions, always ensuring compliance with applicable Accounting Standards. Support the development of Finance Assistants by providing systems training and general advice as needed, despite not having direct line management responsibilities. Follow established procedures and processes within the Finance Department, while continuously reviewing and improving them to meet tighter financial reporting deadlines. Ensure more accurate reporting to senior management to support confident commercial decision-making. Take a hands-on approach to ensure timely execution of transactions, including booking vendor invoices, performing bank reconciliations, entering data into month-end packages, and regularly interacting with bankers for import, export, and routine transactions. Oversee vendor queries, banking transactions, interactions with bankers, month-end processes, and general ledger (GL) reviews. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met with reliable, accurate, and complete information. Act as a key point of contact during internal and external audits, resolving auditor queries satisfactorily What We Offer Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including: Free Parking at site Best in class Medical Benefits Transportation Career Development Generous leave policies Additional Information Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Why Croda At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.