In this role you will deliver UK statutory accounting and financial reporting for the Europe region, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and timely close cycles. You will collaborate with auditors and cross-functional teams, support the Europe business on reporting and analytics, and take the lead on SOX-related audits. You’ll work closely with the US HQ and SAP-driven processes to maintain data integrity. This is a hands-on position at a global firm offering impactful exposure to statutory, financial, and governance work.
Responsibilities
Prepare UK statutory accounts with schedules and documentation for external audit
Coordinate with auditors (KPMG) and respond to audit testing
Apply UK GAAP FRs for new or changing activity and post adjustments in SAP
Lead interim and year-end SOX control audits, provide analyses, and address auditor queries
Coordinate documentation requests from the Europe business
Ensure timely internal monthly reporting to US HQ (benefit analysis, ad valorem taxes, doubtful accounts)
Perform month-end close activities (accruals, amortisations, payroll, currency revaluations, ad hoc journals)
Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations, clear open items timely
Review SAP accounting entries and variances to maintain data integrity
Carry out ad hoc statutory/analytical work for Manager UK & HQ Accounting and Europe
Represent the financial accounting team on cross-functional work streams and projects
Key requirements
Degree and qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
Up-to-date UK GAAP knowledge (FRS102)
5+ years post-qualification experience in financial accounting and statutory reporting
Excellent verbal and written communication with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to simplify complex financial issues for non-finance audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to multitask, manage time, and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Proficiency in Excel and SAP
Experience with Thomson Reuters OneSource Accounts Production preferred but not essential
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