Chief Accountant

Chief Accountant Date:  Mar 14, 2026 Company:  Location:  Dalgety Bay, GB, KY11 9JU Ingenico is the global leader in payments acceptance solutions. As the trusted technology partner for merchants, banks, acquirers, ISVs, payment aggregators and fintech customers our world-class terminals, solutions and services enable the global ecosystem of payments acceptance. With 40 years of experience, innovation is integral to Ingenico’s approach and culture, inspiring our large and diverse community of experts who anticipate and help shape the evolution of commerce worldwide. At Ingenico, trust and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do.  We are looking for a highly skilled Chief Accountant who will have ownership for the Accounting function at Ingenico UK and other EMEA entities, covering several geographies.  In this role you’ll report to the Head of Finance.  You will work in close collaboration with the UK finance team as well as peers across EMEA and global finance teams, not to mention the business itself. Your day-to-day responsibilities include Ensure all the accounting-related functions of the company are flowing smoothly Supervise the AP & AR activities (offshore) to ensure timely service delivery to the company Enable a smooth and robust financial closing process, in alignment with our standards Cash management incl factoring processes, cashflow budgeting and weekly forecasting Lead in identifying, developing and implementing effective internal control mechanisms and drive consistent improvements in accounting processes and routines Support the preparation of statutory reporting in strict adherence to accounting standards Be the main point of contact to both internal & external auditors Relationship-building is absolutely key - HMRC, banks, Ingenico customers & suppliers, external auditors, professional accountancy & tax specialists, consultants Validation and verification of payments for accuracy and accountability Tax – Corporation tax payment calculations, VAT returns, and annual tax computations (in close coordination with our external advisor), including R&D Tax Credit and Patent Box Insurance policies – working with our brokers to implement annual policies What does success look like? Accounting positions & financial statements are fully substantiated & accepted by auditors Stakeholders at all levels within the group benefit from your ability to guide to the best accounting treatment in line with financial strategy Auditors & senior management recognise your authority as an expert in local accounting norms Skills we can't do without You have a deep understanding of local and IFRS accounting standards. Ideally, you are a Chartered Accountant (CA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) You know how to prepare statutory accounts and Companies House filings You know how to prepare Tax returns (VAT and Corporation Tax), and have experience with R&D Tax Credits and Patent Box relief Motivation and passion for making a difference, great sense of autonomy You are a great communicator Big 4 audit background and >3 years of work experience in similar position Relevant Master’s degree from a recognised university Must have vast ERP experience and advanced IT skills Must have high standards of integrity and ethical practice