Graphcore
Technology
HeadofAccountingOperations
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“Head of Accounting Operations at Graphcore. Skills: Accounting Operations, Financial Controls, Process Improvement. Lead Accounting Operations team. Process transactions”
Industry & Context.
Solve problems; Process simplification
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent), Significant post qualification experience, Understanding of IFRS, Understanding of month-end close processes, Understanding of balance sheet reconciliations, Understanding of accounting operations, Experience operating ERP systems, Experience driving process improvements, Understanding of financial controls, Understanding of accounting governance
Nice to Have
Managing outsourced accounting providers is highly desirable, Exposure to inventory accounting is highly desirable, Exposure to manufacturing environments is highly desirable, Exposure to capital-intensive businesses is highly desirable
What You'll Do.
Lead Accounting Operations team
Execute month-end close
Own monthly close delivery
Own quarterly close delivery
Prepare Group management accounts
Ensure accounting records are complete
Ensure accounting records are accurate
Maintain accounting records
Own balance sheet integrity
Complete key reconciliations
Review key reconciliations
Resolve key reconciliations
Perform complex accounting activities
Partner with Group Reporting team
Lead Accounts Payable team
Ensure scalable service delivery
Drive Procure-to-Pay process development
Improve supplier onboarding
Improve invoice processing
Improve approval workflows
Improve payment processes
Identify automation opportunities
Identify simplification opportunities
Ensure payroll operations are accurate
Ensure payroll operations are compliant
Assess accounting processes
Improve accounting processes
Improve accounting systems
Improve accounting ways of working
Develop scalable operating models
Build efficient accounting processes
Build repeatable accounting processes
Support process implementation
Support system implementation
Act as finance business owner
Develop inventory accounting processes
Implement inventory accounting processes
Establish capital expenditure accounting
Establish capital expenditure verification
Establish capital expenditure tracking
Design financial controls
Implement financial controls
Improve financial controls
Strengthen governance
Document accounting processes
Apply accounting processes consistently
Oversee outsourced accounting providers
Ensure timely accounting submissions
Ensure accurate accounting submissions
Establish service expectations
Establish performance standards
Act as escalation point
Build high-performing organisation
Build scalable organisation
Foster culture of collaboration
Foster culture of accountability
Foster culture of operational excellence
Develop future leaders
Strengthen capability
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Group Reporting; Work with Business Transformation; Partner with operational teams; Partner with finance colleagues; Influence stakeholders
Full Job Description
About Graphcore Graphcore is developing the next generation of AI compute technology. As AI workloads continue to grow in scale and complexity, we are building the hardware and software systems required to power the future of artificial intelligence. As we enter the next phase of growth, we are looking for an experienced Head of Accounting Operations to lead our global accounting operations function and help ensure our finance organisation scales effectively alongside the business. The Role Reporting to the VP Finance, the Head of Accounting Operations will lead Graphcore's Accounting Operations, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions, ensuring the business has robust, scalable, and well-controlled accounting processes capable of supporting rapid growth. The role will be responsible for the operational execution of the month-end close process, the preparation of the Groups monthly management accounts, balance sheet integrity, transaction processing, and accounting operations across the Group. As Graphcore expands its global footprint and scales manufacturing and delivery of AI systems, this role will play a key part in developing new accounting processes and strengthening financial controls. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who combines strong accounting operations expertise with a practical, delivery-focused mindset. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating both strategically and in the detail, leading teams whilst remaining close enough to the operation to drive change and solve problems. What You'll Be Doing Accounting Operations & Close Lead the Accounting Operations team responsible for transaction processing, journal postings, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and month-end close execution. Own the operational delivery of the monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring accurate and timely accounting information is available to support management, shareholder, and statutory reporting requirements. Prepare and deliver
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