Technical Accountant / Accounting Policy Specialist

MUFG; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Technical Accountant to join their Accounting Policy Group in London. This role involves providing expert technical accounting advice across various entities, ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards. You will collaborate with front office teams to navigate accounting implications of new products and engage with external auditors. The firm values diversity and inclusion, offering flexible working arrangements to support a balanced work-life. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the financial sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing technical accounting advice across multiple GAAP.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and its application in financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Advise on accounting implications and policy for new products and complex transactions.
• Engage with external auditors and provide training on accounting developments.

Skills

Technical Accounting

IFRS

GAAP

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

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

Job description

Technical Accountant / Accounting Policy Specialist

Apply locations London | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 6 Days Ago | Job requisition id: 10070402-WD

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 of building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and 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 foster innovation, speed, and agility. We invest in talent, technology, and tools that empower you to own your career.

Join MUFG, where inspiration is expected 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

• Providing technical accounting advice for all MUFG EMEA & International entities.
• Partnering with Front Office to advise on accounting implications and ensuring awareness of upcoming accounting changes.
• Advising on accounting policy for new products, deals, restructurings, and complex transactions.
• Providing training on accounting developments to front and back office teams.
• Engaging with external auditors on policy matters.
• Issuing new accounting policies under IFRS.
• 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 at industry groups to gain insights and share perspectives.

Additional responsibilities include involvement in ad-hoc projects as required.

Technical Capability

• Providing technical advice across EMEA & International Business units based on relevant GAAP.
• Managing conflicting priorities and re-prioritizing work effectively.
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, building effective relationships.
• Utilizing strong communication skills to engage with various clients and stakeholders.

Relationship with Other Functions and Stakeholders

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

We are open to flexible working arrangements in line with organizational needs.

MUFG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, valuing all employees and opposing discrimination based on age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion, belief, marriage, or civil partnership. Our recruitment is non-discriminatory, focusing on skills and role fit.