Finance Assistant, Sr Associate

Shift4; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commerce technology firm in the UK is seeking a Staff Accountant to ensure financial integrity and assist with month-end processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 2 years of related experience. Excellent Excel skills and experience with Oracle ERP systems are preferred. This position requires working onsite in Nottingham on a hybrid basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, focusing on financial reporting.
• Experience in a fast-paced work environment managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Record and report journal entries for month-end close.
• Collaborate on new month-end close procedures with Oracle.
• Conduct physical inventory counts at month-end.

Skills

Financial reporting

General ledger accounting

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Oracle EBS/Oracle Fusion

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.

We are seeking a highly motivated Staff Accountant to join our team and help maintain our financial integrity. As a Staff Accountant, you will play an integral role in maintaining accounting policies and procedures that ensure the highest level of efficiency while maintaining appropriate internal controls and compliance with US GAAP. You will assist the Senior Accountant with the month-end close process and record and report activity for the Corporate Card and Travel and Expense (T&E) programs, process payment runs, and contribute to exciting ongoing projects that will challenge and reward you.

Responsibilities:

• Record and report journal entries for month-end close to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with the team to design and implement new month-end close procedures with Oracle, helping to streamline our financial reporting process and increase efficiency.
• Assist with administrative functions within Oracle to ensure the smooth operation of our financial systems.
• Create detailed accounting schedules and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records, providing critical insights into our financial position.
• Conduct physical inventory counts at month-end to verify inventory levels and ensure accurate valuations.
• Analyze discrepancies and research and close reconciling items to maintain financial integrity.
• Prepare monthly accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Accurately code cash activity to maintain accurate financial records.
• Meet deadlines and manage time-sensitive situations to ensure that financial reporting is completed accurately and on time.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the Senior Accountant to support the overall financial management of the company.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Must be able to work onsite in Nottingham on a hybrid basis.
• At least 2 years of related experience in accounting, with a focus on financial reporting and analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle EBS/Oracle Fusion is highly preferred.
• Hands-on general ledger experience, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Word.
• Great attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and completeness in financial reporting.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A self-directed individual with strong motivation and the willingness to take initiative to solve problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact and partner with people at all levels and locations.
• Flexibility, team orientation, and the ability and willingness to learn new skills and adapt to change.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.