Accounting Manager

Jellyfish; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Flexible working hours

Paid leave for primary and secondary caregivers

Support for self-development courses

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm in London is seeking a qualified finance professional to prepare consolidated financial statements and oversee audits. The role requires expertise in IFRS and a client-centric approach. Candidates will provide valuable advice on financial accounting and tax matters, and enjoy a flexible work environment with options for remote work.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA (or part qualified at final stage of exams).
• Experience preparing global consolidations.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements in line with group reporting.
• Monitor key balance sheet metrics such as Net Debt and Working Capital.
• Coordinate year-end audits of consolidated financial statements.

Skills

Client-centric

Analytics & Reporting

Process Improvement

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Education

ACA or ACCA fully qualified

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Finance Director you will focus on preparing financial statements for UK Subsidiary. Monitoring of key balance sheet metrics such as Net Debt, and Working Capital.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of consolidated financial statements in line with group reporting and audit deadlines.
• Preparation of UK subsidiary financial statements.
• Overseeing and coordinating the year end audit of consolidated financial statements.
• Oversee year end audit of overseas subsidiaries where applicable.
• Preparation of monthly consolidated balance sheet and cash flow for use in management accounts along with analysis of the balance sheet against prior month and against budget for The Board.
• Preparation of the yearly balance sheet budget and cash flow along with a re-forecast at H1 close.
• Monitoring of key balance sheet metrics such as Net Debt, and Working Capital.
• Preparation of CAPEX journals and asset values for internally developed intangible fixed assets in line with IFRS.
• Compiling key IFRS calculations along with supporting schedules for audit for the following standards:
  • IFRS 16 - Leases
  • IFRS 2 - Share Based Payments
  • IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments
  • IAS 38 - Intangible Assets
  • IFRS 3 - Business Combinations
• Work with external tax experts to prepare tax computations and returns for all global entities.
• Prepare and maintain schedules of tax payments, charges and accruals globally.
• Undertake research into overseas withholding taxes for combinations of 'billing from' and 'billing to' territories, and advising on the most appropriate combinations.
• Maintain and calculate the Group Transfer Pricing model and quarterly charges, along with local and master files prepared by our external consultants.
• Advise and assist with the merging or dissolution of historic subsidiary entities in line with the business strategy.
• Provide advice and support to the general finance team in all aspects of financial accounting and tax, for example:
  • VAT / Sales Tax
  • Calculation of interest on loans
  • Calculation of FX gains and losses on translations of assets / liabilities
  • Accounting entries for more complex journals outside normal business
  • Intercompany recharges
  • Revenue recognition

Qualifications

ACA or ACCA fully qualified. (or part qualified at final stage of exams)

Experience

• Preparing global consolidations
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• FRS102 (UK GAAP)
• Coordinating external audits
• Preferably a practice background (qualifying with an accounting firm, gaining experience working with large groups would be preferable)
• Dealing with technical accounting areas such as IFRS 2 share based payments, business combinations, disposals of subsidiaries, Internally developed intangible assets, impairment reviews

Core attributes

• Client-centric - You\'ll love getting to know your clients, developing long-lasting relationships and adding value to their business.
• Analytics & Reporting - You\'ll be a whizz at using data and market insights to inform decisions and develop business strategies.
• Process Improvement - You seek and implement solutions to streamline and automate processes.
• Team Collaboration - You\'ll be great at collaborating with team members to achieve common goals, valuing and respecting diverse contributions.
• Adaptability - You\'re good at adapting strategies and plans to navigate unforeseen circumstances.
• Problem Solving - When faced with a problem, you collaborate with the appropriate people to evaluate different options find practical solutions.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.

Reward: You\'ll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.

Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

Disclaimer: This is a London (The Shard) based opportunity, but during the first 3 months you would be required to follow the hybrid working from our office in Reigate.

Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.

Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.