Staff Accountant

CMETS CME Technology and Support Services Ltd.; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Programme

Equity Programme

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Private Medical and Dental coverage

Mental Health Benefit Programme

Group Pension Plan

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Cycle To Work

EV Car Benefit Scheme

Gym Membership

Family Leave

Education Assistance - MBA/Advanced

Ongoing Employee Development Training/

Hybrid Working

Job summary

CME Group in Belfast is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the International Corporate Accounting team within the Global Finance function. You will prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, and deliver accurate monthly reports supporting SOX compliance and regulatory standards.

The role offers hybrid working, exposure to EMEA and APAC operations, and opportunities to impact financial reporting quality across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA
• 2.1 degree in Finance/Accounting or related field
• Strong data manipulation and analysis skills
• Solid understanding of IFRS/GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end and quarter-end close cycles.
• Validate journal entries, income statements, and balance sheets for accuracy and compliance.
• Deliver monthly management reports with high-quality disclosure and SOX adherence.
• Lead continuous improvement across end-to-end finance processes to enhance efficiency and controls.
• Assist with EMEA and APAC statutory audits with necessary documentation.
• Support the integrity of financial data and internal control frameworks.

Skills

Data analysis

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/ACCA/ CIMA candidate

2.1 degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Staff Accountant, International Corporate Accounting Are you a meticulous and driven accounting professional ready to shape financial integrity within a global powerhouse? Join CME Group's International Corporate Accounting team in Belfast, an integral part of our Global Finance function. This dynamic team is at the forefront of ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for our EMEA and APAC operations, impacting management accounts, statutory accounts, and regulatory submissions. We're seeking a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for optimizing financial processes to contribute to our continued success.

What You'll Get

A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture. Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Do

• Orchestrate the precise and timely preparation of well-documented journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end and quarter-end close cycles.
• Scrutinize and validate journal entries, income statements, and balance sheets for assigned entities, ensuring unwavering accuracy and compliance.
• Deliver insightful and accurate monthly reports to management, upholding the highest standards of disclosure quality and adherence to CME Group documentation and Sarbanes-Oxley policies.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing enhancements across end-to-end finance processes to optimize efficiency and strengthen controls.
• Bolster the successful completion of EMEA and APAC statutory audits, providing essential support and documentation.
• Contribute to the integrity of financial data, supporting internal controls and compliance frameworks.

What You'll Bring

• Actively pursuing a recognized accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Possess a 2.1 degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Demonstrate a strong aptitude for manipulating and analyzing large datasets with precision.
• Exhibit a solid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
• Showcase excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to accuracy.

Company Benefits

• Bonus Programme
• Equity Programme
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Private Medical and Dental coverage
• Mental Health Benefit Programme
• Group Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Cycle To Work
• EV Car Benefit Scheme
• Gym Membership
• Family Leave
• Education Assistance - MBA/Advanced Degree/Bachelor Degree
• Ongoing Employee Development Training/Certification
• Hybrid Working

CME Group: Where Futures are Made CME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it – all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we’re looking for more. At CME Group, we embrace our employees' unique experiences and skills to ensure that everyone’s perspectives are acknowledged and valued.

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