Senior Accountant - Technical Accounting

ESL FACEIT Group - EFG; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) is seeking a Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting to advance IFRS accounting and reporting across the group. You will research technical accounting issues, review contracts for revenue and lease implications, and prepare memos to support the month-end close and consolidation processes.

The role collaborates with Finance leadership, Corporate Accounting, and external auditors to ensure IFRS-compliant conclusions and documented rationale, with opportunities to influence

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and ability to apply guidance.
• Experience reviewing contracts for revenue and lease implications.
• Strong technical writing and memo preparation skills.
• Experience with month-end close, trial balance, and consolidation entries.
• Ability to work independently and communicate with stakeholders.
• Public accounting audit experience is preferred but not required.
• CPA, ACCA or equivalent qualification is preferred but not required.
• Experience in multinational group reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and business arrangements for IFRS implications.
• Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers.
• Support month-end close through balance analysis and reconciliation.
• Prepare and review consolidation entries and intercompany eliminations.
• Coordinate with external auditors during year-end audits.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Tax, FP&A, and business teams on transactions.
• Update accounting policies and training materials for finance and non-finance personnel.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Technical writing

Month-end close

Consolidations

Contract analysis

Stakeholder comms

Education

CPA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that "IT'S NOT GG, UNTIL IT'S GG FOR ALL". We are passionate about the culture we foster that ultimately helps to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events and holistic ecosystems staged for our millions of players, fans and heroes.

Everything we do, from global esports tournaments and community-driven leagues to next-generation platforms and live events, is rooted in our passion, craftsmanship, and culture. With millions of players and fans around the world, we aim to shape the future of esports and gaming by building ecosystems that are inclusive, innovative, and enduring.

The Role

We are currently looking for a Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting to support the company's IFRS accounting and reporting activities. This role will focus on technical accounting research, contract review, accounting memo preparation, month-end close support, consolidation activities, and coordination with external auditors. The Senior Accountant will work closely with the Technical Accounting Manager, Finance leadership, Corporate Accounting, and external auditors to ensure accounting conclusions are well-supported, consistently applied, and aligned with IFRS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and business arrangements to assess accounting implications, including revenue recognition under IFRS 15 and lease accounting under IFRS 16;
• Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers covering revenue, leases, impairment, provisions, consolidation, related parties, and other key IFRS topics;
• Support the month-end close process through trial balance reviews, account analysis, and identification of unusual or judgmental items;
• Prepare and review consolidation entries, including intercompany eliminations, reclassifications, accruals, and other group reporting adjustments;
• Assist with miscellaneous technical accounting and finance projects as directed by the Technical Accounting Manager;
• Coordinate with external auditors during year-end audits, including both local statutory audits and group audit requirements;
• Support audit request preparation, evidence gathering, walkthroughs, and resolution of auditor questions;
• Work cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Tax, FP&A, and business teams to understand transactions and assess accounting impacts;
• Update accounting policies to reflect newest standards and create training material for both finance and non-finance personnel.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience;
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, with experience researching and applying accounting guidance;
• Experience reviewing contracts for accounting implications, particularly revenue recognition and lease accounting;
• Strong technical writing skills, including experience preparing accounting memos or audit support documentation;
• Experience with month-end close, trial balance reviews, and consolidation entries;
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly with stakeholders;
• Strong attention to detail and sound professional judgment;
• Public accounting audit experience is preferred but not required;
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification is preferred but not required;
• Experience working in a multinational group reporting environment is a plus.
  
  

Firmly rooted in our values, EFG is an affirmative action employer that celebrates being an equal opportunity workplace. Our unwavering commitment to fair employment extends to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, or Veteran status.