Senior General Ledger Accountant

About Verian

Verian is a world-leading, purpose-led and independent research, evidence, evaluation, and communications agency, providing services to government and the public realm. We deliver high-impact projects that shape public policy and drive societal change. From education to health, crime to energy, our projects make a real difference.

With offices in 15 countries, our consultants and researchers advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector organisations to make informed decisions and improve people’s lives.

Operating globally, Verian has offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, and the United States

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior General Ledger Accountant to join our Finance Centre of Excellence in Vilnius.

This is a senior hands-on position within the Record to Report function, responsible for ensuring high-quality general ledger accounting, strong financial controls, and timely reporting across multiple international entities.

The role combines technical IFRS expertise, supervision responsibilities, and process ownership within a structured SAP S/4HANA environment.

Senior General Ledger Accountant is responsible for overseeing and optimising financial processes related to the Record to Report (R2R) function. This role ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance with financial regulations and corporate policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee month-end close activities across multiple international entities, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery

Maintain and supervise SAP S/4HANA general ledger processes

Prepare and oversee journals, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations

Ensure compliance with IFRS and Group Accounting Policies

Monitor and strengthen the internal control environment

Support statutory reporting and global audit processes

Identify and drive process improvements and automation initiatives within the R2R function

Collaborate closely with global finance stakeholders and support junior team members where required

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

5+ years of overall accounting experience, including experience in financial reporting, accounting, or R2R processes

Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS

SAP experience required, with SAP S/4HANA experience preferred, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Familiarity with financial reporting tools is a plus

Solid general ledger and financial reporting experience

Experience with journal preparation, review and posting, GL reconciliations, accruals, payments, and a strong understanding of debits, credits and financial controls

Experience in an international or multi-entity environment

Fluent English, written and spoken

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration

What We Offer

Gross monthly salary from EUR 2,800 to EUR 3,200, depending on your experience and qualifications

Flexi-time: we operate with no fixed office hours, so you can work when you feel most productive with the flexibility to work from home several days per week

Multicultural working environment

Exposure to a global finance structure across 15 countries

Regular team events and workplace initiatives

Private health insurance

Access to the Mindletic wellbeing platform

Additional days off as you grow with us, as well as extra personal leave days