Finance Analyst at Smiths Group

Hemel Hempstead, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Month-end Close, Revenue Recognition, Forecasting, Budgeting, Cash Flow Reporting, Cash Management, Payroll Coordination, Statutory Accounts, Tax Submissions, External Audit, Financial Controls, Business Partnering, Excel, SAP, Oracle HFM

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Company Description Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies supporting aviation, ports & borders, defence, and urban security. With 5 R&D centres, 21 global offices, and 7 manufacturing sites, our 3,000 brilliant minds have spent over 40 years at the frontline, developing solutions that protect society from explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals, and narcotics. Every minute of every day, our technology and people help make the world a safer place. Job Description This is a high-impact role with ownership of the Ireland entity (c.23 employees and growing), where you will act as the key finance partner, responsible for accurate financial reporting, controls, and forecasting. Working as part of the wider North West Europe team (UK, Ireland & Israel), you’ll also have the opportunity to support broader regional activities during quieter periods, particularly mid-month. This role offers strong exposure across reporting, controls, and business partnering, within a business undergoing transformation and growth. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of financial reporting for the Ireland entity, including month-end close, reconciliations, and submission into the group consolidation system Revenue recognition and accounting for complex contracts Preparation of forecasts, budgets, and cash flow reporting Responsibility for banking activities, payments, and cash management Coordination of payroll activities and local compliance requirements Support statutory accounts, tax submissions, and external audit processes Maintain and strengthen financial controls in line with group policy Partner with operational teams across Ireland and the wider NW Europe region Provide support to UK finance activities and transformation initiatives where required Qualifications Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Strong experience in financial reporting and/or accounting Solid ledger experience and understanding of end-to-end finance processes Confident working independently and taking ownership of an entity Strong Excel skills and attention to detail Desirable (but not essential): Experience with SAP and/or Oracle HFM Knowledge of IFRS 16 & 9 Experience with consolidation or reporting systems Additional Information Exposure to a growing international entity with real ownership Opportunity to influence processes during a period of transformation Broad, varied role across reporting, controls, and business partnering Collaborative and supportive regional finance team We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website. Grade: 10 Employee Group: Permanent Global Region: Europe

Responsibilities

The role involves full ownership of financial reporting, controls, and forecasting for the Ireland entity. It also includes partnering with operational teams and supporting broader regional finance activities across North West Europe.