Description
Financial Accountant
A Leading Financial Services Business are looking to hire an experienced Financial Accountant to join their team in Central London.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks
* Work with the Global Business Support Centre to ensure timely and accurate production of the monthly financials in accordance with policies and US GAAP.
- Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare balance sheet/P&L variance analysis and investigate any large, unusual entries.
- Review and document month end processes with a view to improving accuracy and efficiency.
Assist with the preparation and completion of the FY18 statutory financial statements for the UK entities under IFRS
- Liaise with PwC (Auditors) to obtain a clear understanding of deliverable requirements and quality expectations
- Work with the local finance team and the GBSC to develop the processes and procedures to be able to meet those requirements timely.
- Manage the transition of statutory account preparation to KPMG
- Review/prepare any statutory adjustments/disclosures that may be required under IFRS
- During the audit, provide deliverables to PWC and answer their questions timely
. Support the review and management of all cross border transactions and transfer pricing ensuring compliance with local/US GAAP and tax
* Ensure continued compliance with internal controls and maintenance of a strong internal control environment.
* Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
Experience/Knowledge Required
- Recently qualified accountant ACA/ACCA
- Understanding and exposure to listed multinationals. Technology would be an advantage as would exposure to US firms and US GAAP.
- Credibility to deal with senior management, and having an ability to influence and manage change.
- Experience with working with External Auditors and preparing financial statements under IFRS.