Corporate Accountant

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE; Rother; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the real estate sector seeks a talented Corporate Accountant to join their Finance Department. This role involves critical financial reporting, cash-flow management, and collaboration with budget holders, all within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality reporting. Join a team dedicated to reshaping community connections through innovative real estate solutions.

Benefits

Pension Plan

Bonus Scheme

Health and Wellbeing Programs

Medical and Dental Insurance

Gym Discounts

Health Check-ups

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and planning skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver high quality quarterly reporting within deadlines.
• Part Qualified (working towards qualifications).

Responsibilities

• Preparation & management of weekly cash-flow forecasts.
• Support the UK consolidation team with quarterly financial deliverables.
• Production of half year and year-end audit file for review.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Planning Skills

Attention to Detail

Financial Skills

System Skills

Spreadsheet Skills

Education

Part Qualified

Tools

SAP

BFC

Job description

We're looking for a talented Corporate Accountant to join our Finance Department. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced environment, contributing to Consolidations and Corporate Accounting. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and thrive in an innovative team, this role is for you!

Key objectives

Provide essential support to the Consolidation & Corporate Accounting team by ensuring accurate and timely quarterly financial reporting while maintaining precise accounting records

What you will be doing...

• Preparation & management of weekly cash-flow forecasts, processing bank transactions (including maintaining automation rules) and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Business partnering with budget holders/heads of departments to deliver quarterly financial close numbers and where applicable assist with preparation of annual budget and 5yr forecast for overheads
• Support the UK consolidation team with the quarterly financial deliverables, including accruals, group reconciliations and analysis
• Reconciliation of UK audit fees and other group consulting fees, including communication of recharges to the accountants
• Review, approval and processing of entities purchase orders, and invoices. This includes providing guidance and training to budget holders on coding.
• Assisting the Stats team with the preparation of audit packs and statutory accounts in addition to preparing tax packs for the URW tax computations
• Support Corporate Finance Manager with analysis of quarterly admin results vs budget & forecast
• Support the Corporate Finance Manager with Intercompany reconciliations (both global & local)
• Production of half year and year-end audit file for review and discussion with external auditors
• Preparation of VAT returns for relevant entities
• Preparation of quarterly balance sheet reconciliations
• Continuous improvement of reporting outputs, processes and systems
• Ad hoc duties as required

What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful?

• Strong analytical and planning skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to deliver high quality quarterly reporting within deadlines
• Strong financial and system skills - SAP experience advantageous, BFC nice to have
• Excellent spreadsheet skills
• Ability to fit into a fast moving, demanding, complex, and constantly evolving business
• Part Qualified (working towards qualifications)

Who are we?

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Driven by our purpose to Reinvent Being Together, we are committed to accelerating urban regeneration and rethinking how we live together in cities. Today, 2,000 dedicated individuals are working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centers by creating innovative, engaging spaces that truly redefine community connections.

Our flagship destinations are more than just places; they're the heartbeat of the community. We empower our employees to make a real impact through volunteering, DE&I programs, and leading ESG efforts. URW is at the forefront of experiential entertainment, constantly pushing boundaries to craft unforgettable in-person and digital experiences. By surprising and delighting our customers, we create magical moments and reinvent togetherness in every interaction.

Within our Northern Europe Region - spanning the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and the UK - we own and manage eight exceptional assets. These include Westfield London, Westfield Stratford City, Westfield Mall of the Netherlands and Stadshart Amstelveen.

Why work for us:

We put people development and learning at the heart of what we do. We'll help you master your role, build your technical skills, and take advantage of top-notch management and leadership programs. From face-to-face workshops to our global online learning resources, we encourage you to make learning a part of your daily routine.

We offer a fantastic pension plan, bonus scheme, and plenty of other incentives. We also prioritise your health and wellbeing, training employees as mental health ambassadors to support and educate our team. Plus, you can sign up for medical and dental insurance, gym discounts, health check-ups, and more.

Want to know more about what it's like working at URW? Visit our site: https://www.urw.com/join-us/life-at-urw.

What Matters to Us:

At URW, our purpose is to Reinvent Being Together, reimagining how people and communities connect, socialise, and experience dynamic moments in unique and meaningful ways.

We are proud to promote equal opportunities and embrace diversity in profiles, experiences, and skills. At URW, we believe that diversity is the cornerstone of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that respects, values, celebrates, and leverages individual differences to their fullest potential.

We evaluate each application with fairness and without discrimination based on disability, age, gender, origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics. Our commitment is to provide equal access to our services for everyone. If you require any adjustments for your interview, please let us know in advance, so we can support you accordingly.

Join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference in your local communities!