The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly ambitious candidate who is seeking to rapidly progress their skill-set and career in a high performing team.

You will become a key member of the team, reporting to the Senior Manager – Technical Accounting and Advisory working with closely with colleagues around the Globe.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks of the Role:
• Perform accounting research and analysis of new transactions, business initiatives and new accounting pronouncements and document the appropriate accounting treatment
• Assist in the accounting and reporting of technical areas such as goodwill and intangibles, derivatives, pensions, share-based compensation, financing transactions, acquisitions and divestitures
• Assist in the coordination of the annual audit and quarterly review activities performed by the external auditors of SEC and statutory filings
• Maintain, document, and improve the company’s US GAAP compliant accounting policies and procedures at global and divisional levels
• Assist in managing and monitoring global statutory financial statement filings under multiple accounting standards
• Review existing areas of critical accounting policies to ensure alignment among all divisions and deliver trainings as necessary
• Get involved in presenting accounting and US GAAP transition matters to a range of teams across the Group, Divisional and operating companies
• Assist with ad hoc requests and special projects including acquisition due diligence activities and integration of newly acquired businesses, including transitioning entities to US GAAP
Key Skills, Experience & Requirements
• Qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent)
• Strong background and understanding of US GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, including preparation of financial statements. Technical accounting and advisory experience preferred
• Position will ideally suit new qualified accountant or accountant with up to 2 years PQE with experience in accounting advisory or with strong technical accounting skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with all levels of leadership and departments within the company
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects in order to meet tight deadlines and produce high quality work
• Experience of HFM and web-based financial reporting applications an advantage
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database applications
• Works with integrity and can be trusted to work on projects of a confidential nature
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working both independently and in a team-environment
• Ability to travel up to 20% Europe and International as required