UK Finance Analyst

Responsibilities

· Analyze key balance sheet and P&L accounts; prepare and post associated US GAAP and UK GAAP journals.

· Support month-end processes, including journal preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.

· Complete Business Unit performance analysis by legal entity identifying anomalies and trends that require investigation

· Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

· Preparation of management accounts by legal entity on an ad-hoc basis

· Prepare financial statements for legal entities per FRS 101 & 102 and IFRS.

· Liaise with external auditors for timely completion of statutory audits.

· Ensure timely submission of financial and non-financial information to local authorities where appropriate

· Preparation of VAT and Corporate Tax returns

What We’re Looking For

Key qualifications for the job

· 3 years’ experience in an audit, finance or accounting role, preferably in Public Accounting, including a thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting standards generally accepted in the United States (US GAAP)

· ACA / CA or equivalent certification

· Audit practice background

· Good understanding of general tax accounting and local tax regimes

· Experience of financial statement preparation under UK GAAP and IFRS

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent

· Hybrid - 2 days a week in office

Key soft skills required

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Well organized and able to prioritize conflicting deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Strong desire to exceed expectations
• Results orientated
• Team player with good working relationships, strong team management and leadership qualities