Accounting Expert

AXA Group Operations; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Bristol is looking for a Local Accountant to ensure compliance with financial regulations and manage day-to-day accounting activities. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with 5-10 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, leading audits, and ensuring adherence to local standards. Join a dynamic team and thrive in a multicultural environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in accounting focusing on UK regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities for the local entity.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements.
• Lead external audits and provide necessary documentation.

Skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong understanding of local tax laws

Excellent analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software and ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

As a local accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, compliance with local accounting regulations, and contributing to the overall success of our company's financial operations.

The local accountant is involved in the general accounting activities, analyses, controlling partnership and the support of effective internal controls respecting the locally accepted accounting principles, and Group Standards.

About AXA

As a world‑leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working for 105 million customers, we’ve created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we’re nurturing a culture of, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you’ll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You’ll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.

We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we’re committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.

About The Entity

AXA is becoming a sustainable tech‑led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation. We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution. We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.

At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:

• State‑of‑the‑art Data Technology to drive customer experience
• State‑of‑the‑art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
• High‑Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities

Where will you be in the organization?

The division

You will join AXA Group Operations Finance. This division drives and monitors Group Operations strategic plan, sets budgets and efficiency targets, follows up and controls actuals versus budget targets, while providing timely, accurate and adequate financial information to enable thorough decision‑making and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Our Main Missions

• Drive and monitor AXA GO strategic plan, budgets and efficiency targets. Track and control actuals compared to budget targets
• Establish and maintain cost accounting for AXA GO
• Define mechanisms for cost recharging to Entities, set rules to account for the financial implications of services provided, and monitor cash management
• Prepare and provide financial statements in compliance with regulatory requirements, ensure adherence to local and international tax regulations
• Coordinate and manage M&A projects (divestitures, internal transfer, business transfer) at AXA GO level

Our division is composed of several departments with respective accountabilities:

• Controlling
• Commercial Finance
• Accounting
• Corporate Finance
• Finance Transformation

About The Job

Main missions

• Accountable for closings, financial statements & tax returns
• Manage and oversee the day‑to‑day accounting activities for the local entity, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, tax returns and financial reporting.
• Ensure that all the reporting deadlines are met according to global closing calendar with respect to P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with AXA Group Financial standards.
• Ensure the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Participate in internal audits.
• Lead the external audits and provide necessary documentation and support as required.
• Contribute to process improvements and the implementation of best practices in accounting and financial reporting.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Be the subject matter expert with regards to technical accounting topics within the jurisdiction and provide insights and advice to wider finance function.
• Ability to work with and communicate effectively with senior leadership team.

Expected Skills & Experience

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5- 10 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on local accounting practices and regulations in UK

Skills

• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced knowledge of MS Office tools…
• Strong understanding of local tax laws, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment and work effectively within a multinational team.

What We Offer

We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we’re committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.