Financial Accountant

ADP
Staines-upon-Thames
10 months ago
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Position Description

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide accurate and timely recording, classification and reporting of accounting transactions. There will be an emphasis on reconciliations, SOX controls, reporting results and recording of routine and non-routine transactions.

This is a Financial Accountant role that will require an understanding of multiple international entities, matrix structures and statutory & SOX impacts. In addition, the role will require ad hoc analysis and reporting requests.

A LITTLE ABOUT ADP: 

We are a global leader in HR technology, offering the latest AI and machine learning-enhanced payroll, tax, HR, benefits, and much more. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive, down-to-earth culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We’ve received recognition as a global Best Places to Work and recipient of many prestigious awards for diversity, equity, and inclusion, including a DiversityInc Top 50 Company, Best CEO and company for women, LGBTQ+, and more. Learn more on our YouTube channel: 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Take a key role in financial accounting for Business Management Software Limited and other UK managed ADP entities and all activities related to the month end close and promotion Responsible for regulatory compliances, VAT returns, preparation of SOX controls and liaison with tax authorities for Business Management Software Limited and assist Accounting Manager on other UK managed ADP entities Responsible for the Cash, bank, loans, Fixed assets and Intercompany & netting reconciliations across all UK Managed entities

Perform Balance Sheet reconciliations to a high level with strong support and reasoning for auditors and for internal requirements

Prepare and submit audit information to a professional standard for Business Management Software Limited and other UK Managed entities. Work with Accounting Director and Deputy Accounting Director on the statutory audits

Prepare UK GAAP trial balance and reconcile financial statements for Business Management Software Limited and assist on accounts preparation for other UK managed ADP entities where required Play a key role in the ensuring the Financial accounting for UK managed entities complies with relevant accounting standards

Build close working relationships with the rest of the UK Finance team and other key stakeholders including auditors and other external advisors Work across the organisation's matrix structure, providing support to those that need it and obtaining information when it is required

Strive for continuous process improvements Other ad-hoc tasks as required by Accounting Director and Deputy Accounting Director

KEY DUTIES/TASKS:

Play a key role in the annual audit & month end related tasks for Business Management Software Limited and other UK managed ADP entities

Post journals based on well-prepared support and present such support for scrutiny to management and auditors

Prepare sound balance sheet reconciliations and support for all UK Managed entities as required

Build and maintain strong relationships with key members of staff and external advisors

KEY STAKEHOLDERS:

Accounting Director and Deputy Accounting Director for UK, Ireland and South Africa Financial Accounting team Head of FP&A & Team UK CFO

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO HAVE:

Skills:

Microsoft Office essential (Advanced Excel, Basic Word and PowerPoint) Comfortable with large amounts of data Experience with UK GAAP accounting (IFRS will also be considered) ERP Oracle and Hyperion Planning experience preferred

Education and Experience:

Newly Qualified (ACA/ACCA) or Finalist Accountant would be considered

Experience of an international corporate structure and matrix organisation preferred

WE WOULD ALSO LOVE YOU TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING CAPABILITIES:

Teamwork:

Build and maintain strong working relationships Actively network across the business, contribute to cross functional teams Value delivering high quality service to internal & external clients

Communication:

Communicate with tact & sensitivity, invite feedback Express facts in a clear and concise manner Recognise information required from others and inform them appropriately

Analytical & Problem Solving:

Able to obtain unbiased information by effectively questioning and probing Use sound rationale for problem identification and decision making Go beyond the initial findings and take steps to check multiple data sources and interpret various types of data Consistently determine an accurate sequence of activities to achieve goals Proactively look for root causes and not just symptoms of problems Appropriately use metrics and understand the information's impact on decisions

Results Orientated:

Strong sense of urgency about solving problems and completing tasks Able to embrace and adapt to change Prioritise, Self-manage and propose win-win solutions

Attention to Detail:

Organised and able to track work progress against schedule Ensure appropriate documentation on methodology and assumptions is in place Scrutinise own work Follow up with others to ensure work is tracking according to plan

Interpersonal Skills:


Take a partnership approach Responsive and aware of others Resilient Knows who to involve in a process or decision making exercise

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