General Ledger Accountant - Associate

JPMorganChase; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in Bournemouth is looking for an Associate Financial Controller to manage the month end close process. This role involves overseeing General Ledger entries and financial reporting accuracy while working with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have relevant finance experience, strong analytical and Excel skills. The firm supports diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer, offering a vibrant workplace culture with professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Relevant finance-related experience is essential.
• Candidates should have strong Excel skills.
• Proven ability to deliver under tight timescales is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month end close and ensure GL entries are accurate.
• Conduct compensation expense analytics and reporting.
• Interact with stakeholders across various departments.
• Participate in financial control activities and SOX assessments.

Skills

Experience in month end close

US GAAP accounting knowledge

Strong Excel skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Strong analytical skills

Education

Part qualified accountant

Tools

Automated analytics platforms

Job description

As an Associate Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the General Ledger month end close process for a number of entities within the Global HR organisation, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Firm's books and records for compensation and benefits. Among your main tasks will be General Ledger entries, Balance Sheet reconciliation and substantiation, variance analysis and reporting, performing internal controls, as well as participation in internal and external audit.

The Financial Controller function is primarily focused on ensuring and improving the organisation's credibility through accounting, and financial controls, systems, and reporting. This position is aligned with the HR Corporate Financial Controllers organisation. You will be accountable for the integrity of the General Ledger and financial reporting, internal control environment, and close transaction cycle.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversight of month end close, ensuring all compensation related entries are booked to the GL
• Compensation expense analytics and reporting to internal stakeholders
• Functional HR & Payroll Balance Sheet analytics and reporting, including Balance Sheet Reconciliation and Substantiation
• Interaction with key stakeholders: HR teams, Corporate functional teams, Financial Planning & Analysis, Legal Entity Controllers, Tax, external vendors/business partners, internal/external audit groups, and others
• Participation in Financial Control related activities - SOX, Risk & Control Self-Assessment
• Detailed understanding and documentation of all activities.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Relevant experience in month end close/finance-related areas
• Part qualified accountant with working US GAAP accounting knowledge
• Strong Excel skills, experience with no/low-code automated analytics platforms is preferred
• Proven ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of formats
• Strong analytical and financial skills with a track record of delivering to timescales
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, contributing to shared goals.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and adapt to changing priorities
• Structured approach with a focus on continuous improvement
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Previous payroll accounting experience desirable

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

Global Finance & Business Management works to strategically manage capital, drive growth and efficiencies, maintain financial reporting and proactively manage risk. By providing information, analysis and recommendations to improve results and drive decisions, teams ensure the company can navigate all types of market conditions while protecting our fortress balance sheet.