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Who We Are At Network Rail, we're part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain and operate our network. About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone! We look for opportunities to offer great opportunities to learn and grow through personal and professional development. And, if you make the grade then you can look forward to a rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that joined the top 50 in the Glassdoor's 2021 Best Places to Work. We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone About The Role Assist and support the provision of a comprehensive financial and management accounting service to the business areas. Support the provision of consolidated results of business plans, results and forecasts. Assist in the analysis of periodic financial performance of individual business units against objectives (including budgets and forecasts). Prepare and distribute appropriate financial reports to budget holders to support financial control and aid performance management and target achievement. Assist in the provision of investment/project accounting services as required. Promulgate awareness of financial and corporate governance standards, and support and monitor compliance. Assist in supporting the timely collection of business unit debts and payment of business unit creditors. Support the team as required, to deliver a comprehensive financial and management accounting service to the business areas. Salary: Band 5 - Circa - £28,000 - £31,000 per annum For assistance with your application/reason adjustments, please email WalesResourcing@networkrail.co.uk. We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life. In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours. At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion@networkrail.co.uk Essential Your experience and skills Knowledge of current accounting standards. Commitment to working towards an accountancy qualification. Advanced Excel skills. Desirable Experience in management accounting role. Financial management systems experience.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
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