Associate General Ledger Accountant – Close & Controls

J.P. MORGAN; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Associate Financial Controller. This role involves managing the month end close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for compensation and benefits. The ideal candidate has relevant finance experience and is a part qualified accountant familiar with US GAAP. Strong Excel skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders are essential. This position offers opportunities to improve financial controls and participate in audits.

Qualifications

• Experience with month end close processes.
• Part qualified accountant with knowledge of US GAAP.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month end close, ensuring entries are booked.
• Provide compensation expense analytics to stakeholders.
• Conduct Balance Sheet reconciliation and substantiation.
• Interact with key stakeholders including HR and Corporate teams.
• Participate in Financial Control-related activities.

Skills

Relevant experience in month end close/finance-related areas

Strong Excel skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Strong analytical and financial skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

Part qualified accountant with working US GAAP accounting knowledge

Tools

Automated analytics platforms

Job description

A leading global financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Associate Financial Controller. This role involves managing the month end close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for compensation and benefits. The ideal candidate has relevant finance experience and is a part qualified accountant familiar with US GAAP. Strong Excel skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders are essential. This position offers opportunities to improve financial controls and participate in audits.