Technical Accountant / Accounting Policy Specialist

MUFG Americas; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Accounting Policy Group. This role involves managing accounting policies, providing technical advice across various business units, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, leveraging strong communication skills to train staff and advise on accounting implications. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a globally recognized financial organization committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical accounting advice across various GAAP.
• Proven ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting policies for MUFG EMEA & International entities.
• Advise on accounting implications for new products and complex transactions.

Skills

Technical Accounting Advice

IFRS Knowledge

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

GAAP Understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional Accounting Qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA)

Job description

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. With approximately 120,000 colleagues worldwide, we strive to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We are committed to our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering sustainable growth for a better world.

Our vision is to be the world’s most trusted financial group. We prioritize putting people first, listening to diverse ideas, and collaborating to drive innovation, speed, and agility. We invest in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to develop your career.

Join MUFG, where inspiration is encouraged and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

Main Purpose and Accountability of the Role

Within EPO Finance, you will be accountable within the Accounting Policy Group (APG).

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing the Companies’ and Branch’s accounting policies, including:

• Providing technical accounting advice for all MUFG EMEA & International entities' activities.
• Partnering with Front Office to advise on accounting implications and informing them of upcoming changes.
• Advising on accounting policies for new products, deals, restructurings, and complex transactions.
• Training front and back office staff on accounting developments.
• Engaging with external auditors on policy matters.
• Issuing new IFRS accounting policies.
• Advising on accounting and classification for consolidation reporting under IFRS, UK, US, and Japanese GAAP.
• Reviewing disclosures and supporting Financial Reporting teams in preparing financial statements to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Representing the Group’s perspective in industry groups and gaining insights into market practices.

Additionally, you will be involved in ad-hoc projects as required.

Technical Capabilities

• Providing technical advice across EMEA & International Business units based on relevant GAAP.
• Managing conflicting priorities and re-prioritizing work effectively.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships internally and externally.
• Utilizing strong communication skills to engage with diverse clients, stakeholders, and external parties.

Relationship with Other Functions and Stakeholders

• Maintaining and enhancing relationships with stakeholders across regions and globally to share best practices, support, and develop policies aligned with the Group strategy.

We support flexible working requests in line with organizational needs.

MUFG is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employees are valued and respected. We oppose discrimination based on age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, race, gender reassignment, religion, belief, marriage, or civil partnership.

Our recruitment is non-discriminatory, focusing on skills and legal obligations.