Financial Reporting Accountant

Jane Street; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jane Street seeks a Financial Reporting Accountant in London to maintain books for European businesses and prepare monthly and annual financial statements with regional and global accounting teams.

The role includes preparing/reviewing reconciliations, coordinating with external auditors, documenting policies and internal controls, and collaborating with the Technology group to automate processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• ACA or equivalent with 1–2 years post-qualified experience in accounting.
• Experience in preparing financial statements and account reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS; knowledge of US GAAP is desirable.
• Organised with strong communication skills; able to build collaborative relationships across groups.
• Self-motivated to improve processes where possible.
• Excellent time management; able to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain books and records for the firm’s European businesses.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with regional and global teams.
• Prepare or review reconciliations and financial schedules supporting financial statements.
• Collaborate with external auditors and advisors, interpret GAAP, and document policies and internal controls.
• Work with the Technology team to improve and automate processes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Time management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

ACA or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

We are looking for a qualified Accountant to join our Financial Reporting team. You will primarily maintain the books and records for the firm’s European businesses and prepare our monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with accounting teams in the region and globally.

Additional responsibilities of the role will include:

• Preparing or reviewing various accounting reconciliations and financial schedules that support the financial statements
• Collaborating with outside auditors and advisors, interpreting GAAP, and documenting accounting policies and internal controls
• Working closely with other team members, including our accounting-specific Technology team, to improve and automate processes

At Jane Street, we always look for the best solutions to complex problems, and that extends to our accounting function. Our legal and regulatory environment is constantly shifting. The right candidate will be a self-starter who cares deeply about details and deadlines, and who can jump into our fast-paced work environment.

About you

• An ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role
• Experienced with preparing financial statements and account reconciliations
• Have a solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS; knowledge of U.S. GAAP is desired but not required
• Organised with great communication skills; able to build strong collaborative relationships across various groups within the firm
• Self-motivated to improve processes where possible
• Have excellent time management skills; able to handle competing priorities and work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills; detail-oriented with a “can-do” attitude when resolving issues
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Preferably familiar with regulatory regimes
• Experience with using Workday (Financial Data Model) is a plus

Financial Reporting Accountant London, GB