Senior Accountant II, Controllership, Europe

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented finance professional to join their dynamic team in Guildford. In this role, you will be integral to the European finance operations, managing monthly close processes, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP standards. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive process improvements, and support various financial reporting initiatives. This innovative firm values inclusivity and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and career growth. If you're passionate about finance and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

New parent leave

Free games

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant financial accounting experience.
• Technical skills in US GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare European Balance Sheet reporting monthly.
• Support Technical Accounting with complex accounting matters.

Skills

US GAAP accounting

Microsoft Suite

Power BI

Oracle R12

Hyperion Financial Management

Fluency in English

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

ACA/ACCA qualification

Job description

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Electronic Arts

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Guildford, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Responsibilities

• European close, consolidation, and reporting.
• Main contact for the European teams for monitoring the progress of the close and escalating issues.
• Prepare European Balance Sheet reporting on a monthly basis for the Corporate Controllership team based in North America.
• Help prepare European disclosures for 10-Q and 10-K reporting.
• Identify process improvements to refine month-end close and reporting.

Technical accounting

• Support the Technical Accounting team with complex accounting matters, including drafting memorandums on accounting treatment, implementing processes for accounting standard updates, and reviewing cross-jurisdictional, intercompany, capital transactions, including dividends, liquidations, M&A.
• Member of the European finance training council, responsible for organizing monthly finance-themed training sessions.
• Coordinate the contract review process on behalf of Controllership to ensure accurate accounting assessments and approvals.

Finance partnering

• Partner with FP&A and Business teams to manage monthly activities and provide accounting guidance.
• Assist in closing the books of the EA Switzerland entity by ensuring period costs are complete and accurate.

Project management and other

• Participate in projects related to systems upgrades, process alignment, and building more robust reporting and analysis.
• Provide backup for assigned peer activities.

Qualifications

• Technical skills: Working knowledge of US GAAP accounting and reporting; excellent knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Power BI; experience with Oracle R12 and Hyperion Financial Management or similar systems.
• Soft skills: Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills; passionate, enthusiastic team player.
• Other qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant financial accounting experience; qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent preferred.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law.