Finance Analyst-UK (Global Research & Risk Solutions)

• *Job Description**
• *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

• *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

• *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

• *Education Qualification:**

ACA / CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent certification