Advanced Energy Industries, Inc
Agency - Accountant II
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Job Title: Accountant II Business Unit: Corporate – Littlehampton, UK Reports To: Senior Accountant
About the Role
Working through a recruitment agency, this temporary Accountant II role supports a company’s financial record-keeping and reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with US and other GAAP standards, corporate policies, and ethical guidelines. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who excels at multitasking in a fast-paced environment, with strong analytical, organisational, problem-solving skills, and international business acumen.
Based at the European Regional Offices in Littlehampton, UK, this position is responsible for reviewing the financial condition and operational results of the company and providing data-driven insights for management.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Core Accountancy Functions
- Oversee the General Ledger of assigned entities and manage Banking, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Revenue Recognition, Fixed Assets & Inter-company transactions.
- Prepare and record complex journal entries, including:
- Accruals calculations
- Payroll accounting & reconciliations
- Holiday accrual data preparation
- Prepayments
- Internal/external commission calculations
- Participate in generating high-quality, accurate financial reconciliations (monthly) in alignment with corporate deadlines.
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Compliance & Control
- Act as a conduit between the global Shared Services Centre and regional teams/vendors.
- Validate reasonableness of system-flagged transactions.
- Maintain comprehensive records of assets, liabilities, and financial transactions.
- Uphold compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and corporate documentation.
- Resolve accounting/transactional issues for sister companies, vendors and banks.
Reporting & Strategic Support
- Develop, analyser and present management reports and financial information for stakeholders.
- Assist in interpreting queries from internal/external auditors.
- Collaborate with the Senior Accountant and wider regional finance team under dynamic deadlines.
Work Environment
- Standard office-based position with typical equipment use.
- Dedicated communication required across Corporate, Business Unit, and Shared Services Finance.
- Extended hours occasionally necessary to meet month-end reporting deadlines.
Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Proficient in English (written/spoken); German fluency (written/spoken) advantageous.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with SAP/Blackline accounting software.
- Working knowledge of US GAAP, comprehension of internal control environments, and familiarity with the Sarbannes-Oxley Act (SOX 404).
- FP&A experience useful (e.g., forecasting and performance reporting).
- Proficient in Microsoft applications (e.g., Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
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Soft Skills
- Strong oral and written communication for cross-team collaboration.
- Ability to multitask under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail in financial transactions and reconciliations.
- Capacity to influence teams while working autonomously with limited supervision.
- Results-oriented team player prioritising collaboration and continuous improvement.
Experience & Education
Essential
- 3–6 years in accounting or a related value-add discipline.
- Demonstrated achievement in accounting roles (applications preferred).
Desirable
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
- Background working for a US-led multinational within a manufacturing sector.
- Accounting qualifications (Part-qualified ACCA/CIMA preferred).
Qualities & Mindset
- Driven by excellence: Commitment to deliver high-quality output consistently on time.
- Team-oriented: Focused on collective success and continuous professional growth.
- Adaptable: Thrives in structured environments capable of balancing granularity with broader strategy.
- Proactive approach with a big-picture mindset.
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