Accounting Technical Project Manager (4-6 month FTC)

Christie's; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global art business in London is looking for a finance professional to lead the implementation of FRED 82 amendments. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with updated accounting standards, conducting impact assessments, and working cross-functionally with various teams. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge and be a qualified accountant. This position offers a flexible work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Birthday leave

Volunteering day

Donation matching up to £500

Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 allowance

Discretionary Bonus based on performance

Double match pension contribution

Private Health Insurance

Generous Income Protection Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on over 800 retailers

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102, particularly Sections 20 and 23.
• Experience with IFRS 15 and IFRS 16 is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition in FRS102 changes and guide teams in implementation.
• Conduct detailed impact assessments on leases and revenue streams.
• Update month-end processes and internal controls documentation.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Self-motivation

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, equivalent)

Tools

Lease accounting software

Job description

The Company

Christie’s, the world’s largest Art Business, is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments, or in one of our more Operational teams, we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company, steeped in history, bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.

Why This Role Matters

Christie’s is seeking a highly skilled and experienced finance professional to lead the implementation of the FRED 82 amendments to FRS 102. This role will be pivotal in ensuring a smooth transition to the updated accounting standards, with a focus on lease accounting, revenue recognition, and other key changes. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with finance, tax, systems, and training teams to deliver a compliant and efficient implementation by January 2026.

How You'll Make an Impact

• You will lead the transition in FRS102 changes and lead the teams impacted in implementing these changes

• You will be instrumental in conducting detailed impact assessments on leases, revenue streams, tax, KPIs, and bank covenants

• Draft and update accounting policies in line with revised FRS 102 requirements

• Coordinate with software teams to assess and implement system changes

• Oversee the development and delivery of training material

• Update month-end processes and internal controls documentation

• Liaise with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and readiness

• Manage the roll out of changes in 2026

• Review the impact on group reporting to the parent under IFRS; and assess the impact transition on the financial statements.

What you’ll bring to the team

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge.

• Have in-depth understanding of FRS 102, particularly Sections 20, 23, and related updates.

• Experience with IFRS 15 and IFRS 16 is highly desirable, and you will preferably have IFRS 16 transition and project management experience.

• Self motivated, able to independently and also as part of a team, with good communication skills to all levels of stakeholders.

• Familiarity with lease accounting software is desirable.

What’s great about working for us

• 25 days annual leave + 1 day Birthday leave per year

• Christie’s Christmas office closure (guaranteed between 25th Dec – 2nd Jan) – in addition to annual leave: almost two weeks to fully switch off and spend time with friends and family

• Additional 1 week’s annual leave within the year of a 5-year anniversary i.e. 5th, 10th, 15th and so on

• Volunteering day: Take an additional day of annual leave to volunteer for a charitable organisation that’s important to you

• Donation matching of up to £500 per annum to help you support the organisations you care about

• Flexible Fitness Fund - £400 per year expense allowance for health and wellness related activity (taxable)

• Access to world-renowned art: with regular exhibitions in our galleries to wander around and exclusive guided tours hosted by specialist colleagues

• Discretionary Bonus (dependent on the business and employee performance payable in March each year)

• Generous retirement plan: We will double match your pension contribution up to 5% of your basic salary (Max 10% contribution from Christie’s)

• Private Health Insurance – no employee contribution needed, subsidised for other family members

• Dental Insurance – (may be extended at personal cost)

• Generous Income Protection Insurance in the event of accident, sickness or injury after 12 months

• Competitive Life Insurance policy from first day

• Employee Assistance Programme – access to personal advice and support services including counselling

• Eyecare vouchers (once a year)

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Christie’s Extras – discounts on over 800 retailers, holiday packages, dinners and weekly shops

• Seniorcare by Lottie, a comprehensive eldercare solution

• Robust family first policy:

• 16 weeks full pay on Maternity Leave

• Four-day week, for eight weeks, at full pay on return from Maternity Leave

• Dependent back-up care: 10 sessions/ days of childcare or eldercare per year

• The Stork Club: Our community of parents who meet regularly over breakfasts, lunch, afternoon tea…

*Christie’s reserves the right to change company benefits at any time

Closing Date: Sunday 10th August

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