Financial Reporting Accountant (9-12 month FTC) – 27593

Emerald Group Ltd; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Maidenhead is seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant for a 9-12 month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing operating expense entries, preparing financial accounts in accordance with US & LuxGAAP, and supporting audits. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and possess relevant experience in accounting principles and analytical tasks, along with proficiency in Microsoft software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; pursuing a professional qualification is desirable.
• Proven accounting knowledge and analytical skills essential.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Record operating expense entries into the general ledger.
• Prepare monthly US & LuxGAAP management accounts.
• Assist with year-end close and reporting requirements.

Skills

Accounting principles and practices

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PeopleSoft/Oracle

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Financial Reporting Accountant (9-12 month FTC) – 27593, Maidenhead

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Overview

Key responsibilities:

• Recording operating expense related entries/payments into the general ledger
• Accounting for accruals and prepayments
• Preparation of the operating expense sections of monthly US & LuxGAAP management accounts and performing analytical review
• Preparing reconciliations
• Preparing and distributing the monthly reconciliation tracker
• Assisting with additional year-end close and reporting requirements
• Supporting the preparation of audit schedules and draft financial statements for subsidiary and branch accounts
• Providing support on an ad-hoc basis across the team

Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or hold or be working towards a relevant professional qualification

Experience required:

• Proven relevant accounting knowledge including knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proven analytical and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to prioritise work and self-direct work efforts based on reporting deadlines
• Adaptable and willing to work as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with standard software applications (Microsoft Excel & Word)
• Prior experience of PeopleSoft/Oracle based general ledger systems an advantage