Sr. Accountant Financial Control

Role Profile

The Finance Controllership Team provides financial control and accounting support to LSEG globally. Financial Controllers are responsible for delivering of high-quality management reporting and controllership to the Business units within the Organization

The main responsibilities of this role will be to support FinCon team by preparing, developing, supervising and analysing financial information within the D&A segment. This role will interact with various customers of the FinCon organization and the global finance team. The role focuses on core accounting skills, working across different business divisions/entities/regions to support the whole organization.

Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Compile and analyse financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts
• Production of key supporting schedules for significant costs with the areas supported.
• Find opportunities for a more robust control environment to mitigate key risks.
• Assist Coordinates preparing and review of financial documents (internal/external) of business/geography/function/division in a timely and accurate manner, and support analyses of material variances and may support with Group consolidation / balance sheets
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process, Assist AP, AR, Bank, Payroll, Tax, Intercompany teams to resolve accounting issues.
• Handles the accounting resolution of open items and accounting issues.

Technical/Professional Skills & Competencies

• Chartered Accountant/ Certified Public Accountant, CIMA, degree or equivalent in Finance with hands on experience in IFRS based accounting.
• At least 4+ years of prior experience in Big4 or MNC preferably from service industry.
• Experience of working with systems : SAP, Oracle, Pyramid, an added advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills: both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly and concisely interact with personnel at all management levels
• Strong analytical skills: able to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers, generate alternatives and drive positive change.
• Flexibility to work per UK hours.

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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