Senior Accountant: UKController & Internal Controls

Mastercard; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the UK Controller team within Europe Regional Controller’s group. You will ensure the integrity of UK financials, support statutory reporting, and collaborate with GBSC on controls, tax, and treasury activities.

The role covers UK-based entities, involves audits with external auditors, and requires strong Excel skills, communication, and initiative to drive process improvements within a tight deadline environment.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification required or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline preferred.
• Experience liaising with external auditors and providing audit support.
• Experience assessing effectiveness and oversight of operational and financial controls.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives and developing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the integrity of UK financial records with GBSC partnership.
• Manage statutory account audits for UK entities and provide quarterly disclosures.
• Maintain relationships with auditors and internal stakeholders; communicate risks and opportunities.
• Assist with monthly financial statement monitoring and control preparation for management review.
• Document financial and business processes across group; support tax and treasury activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Deadline-driven

Initiative

Education

ACCA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mastercard is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the UK Controller team within Europe Regional Controller’s group. You will ensure the integrity of UK financials, support statutory reporting, and collaborate with GBSC on controls, tax, and treasury activities.

The role covers UK-based entities, involves audits with external auditors, and requires strong Excel skills, communication, and initiative to drive process improvements within a tight deadline environment.