Finance Analyst-UK (Global Research & Risk Solutions)

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Analyze key balance sheet and P&L accounts; prepare and post associated US GAAP and UK GAAP journals.

Support month-end processes including journal preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.

Complete Business Unit performance analysis by legal entity identifying anomalies and trends that require investigation

Maintain accurate financial records ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Preparation of management accounts by legal entity on an ad-hoc basis

Prepare financial statements for legal entities per FRS 101 & 102 and IFRS.

Liaise with external auditors for timely completion of statutory audits.

Ensure timely submission of financial and non-financial information to local authorities where appropriate

Preparation of VAT and Corporate Tax returns

Key qualifications for the job:

3 years experience in an audit finance or accounting role preferably in Public Accounting including a thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting standards generally accepted in the United States (US GAAP)

ACA / CA or equivalent certification

Audit practice background

Good understanding of general tax accounting and local tax regimes

Experience of financial statement preparation under UK GAAP and IFRS

Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or equivalent

Key soft skills required:

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Good interpersonal written and oral communication skills
• Well organized and able to prioritize conflicting deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Strong desire to exceed expectations
• Results orientated
• Team player with good working relationships strong team management and leadership qualities

Education Qualification:

ACA / CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent certification

Required Skills:

Finance AnalystUS GAAPUK GAAPFRS 101FRS 102IFRSJournal EntriesBalance Sheet Reconciliations