Finance Shared Services GL Accountant

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty

Finance Shared Services GL Accountant maintaining and enhancing financial records integrity for Charlotte Tilbury Beauty. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain clean general ledgers, ensuring balance sheet accounts are reconciled fully and reconciling items are addressed and cleared on a timely basis
Maintenance of the global fixed asset register, including posting of depreciation, additions, and disposals
Posting of the global payroll journals, including liaison with the outsourced payroll provider to ensure the information received is correctly coded and allocated
Posting of accruals and prepayments – liaising with the local finance analysts and business partners to ensure all costs are correctly recorded
Allocation and recharge of corporate costs to other entities within the Charlotte Tilbury group
Reconciliation of intercompany charges and agreement of balances
Work closely with internal functions to drive consistency and accuracy of information across the various finance systems (Anaplan, NetSuite, SAP Central Finance) to ensure “one source of truth” - ensuring that all data and information provided is reliable, correct, and up to date
Ensuring financial records comply with regulatory standards
Ensure timely submission of financial reports to meet internal and external deadlines
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in general ledger activities, upholding a strong control environment
Compile and post journal entries in Netsuite with supporting documentation
Provide first line of support for GL related queries for year-end and interim audit
Provide ad-hoc analysis and assistance in projects, as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
Practical knowledge of UKGAAP/IFRS
Demonstrable understanding of end-to-end finance processes
Competent in the fundamentals of accounting
Deadline oriented with a commitment to accuracy
Good time management and organisational skills
Keen attention to detail
Independent thinker and driven to achieve best results
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced MS Excel skills
Excellent communication skills
Proficient in ERP systems and financial software (NetSuite experience is a plus)
Ability to prioritise and provide follow up in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey
Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all
Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues
Bring your furry friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces
And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting!

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Hard Skills & Tools

General Ledger MaintenanceFinancial ReportingJournal Entry PostingReconciliationAccruals and PrepaymentsFixed Asset ManagementIntercompany ReconciliationProcess ImprovementFinancial AnalysisAccounting Fundamentals

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications

ACAACCACIMA