Senior Financial Accountant

Overview

To provide BAU accounting and administrative support to the financial accounting team, and to assist in ensuring month end and reporting requirements of MPMS Group EMEA entities are completed according to the set timetable.

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

Strategic Focus

• Able to review accounting practices and ensure transactions are booked appropriately.
• Able to adapt quickly and appropriately when processes change.
• Able to drive process improvement.

Operational Management

• Prepare the month end FLASH file and prepare accurate monthly financial results for at least 1 business unit for UK review, including detailed P&L accounts by close WD 2

• Journal preparation and finalisation in the ERP system

• Prepare and post accruals, prepayments, WIP and deferred income, maintain back-up schedules; prepare and post ad hoc journals, including intercompany transactions.

• Review of monthly billing to determine correct WIP postings and to ensure accurate billing;

• Review of costs to ensure correct accruals determined

• Prepare variance analysis on results and provide feedback to management in a timely manner via preparation of topsheet listing key variances

• Prepare for UK review the monthly Balance Sheet reporting pack submission, ensuring that all balance sheet accounts are fully validated and understood.

• Reconciliation of balance sheet control accounts; provide back-up and ensure the validity of entries.

• Reconciliation of intercompany invoicing accounts

• Reconciliation of asset GL accounts and WIP schedules

• Ensure fixed assets correctly categorised and depreciation postings made properly

• Input of Purchase Orders as requested by UK Finance or Business teams

• Reconciliation of VAT accounts and support provided to UK and VAT team
• Reconciliation of accounts payable 3581 reports
• Assisting with resolving related audit queries on the statutory Financial Statements
• Regulatory capital – preparation of quarterly regulatory capital calculations using agreed templates
• Preparation of Sharepoint transfers for authorisation to collect interest and shareholder fees

• Reporting

• Preparation of Local Business Review pack for UK review (P&L, balance sheet, top sheet, top 5)

• Running of TM1 reports for Board packs for UK to complete

• UK Government statistical reports preparation

• Other ad-hoc reporting as requested by the UK team

• General office duties

People Leadership

• Demonstrate strong self-leadership by showing initiative and demonstrating professional behaviours.
• Work collaboratively with broader finance team members and across the business.
• Actively contribute to the broader team's knowledge and capability.

Governance & Risk

• Ensure full adherence to legal and regulatory requirements and the good conduct of the businesses, maintaining ongoing compliance and upholding the reputation of MPMS Group.
• Achievement of business objectives and the maintenance of ongoing regulatory compliance.

The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.

Experience & Personal Attributes

Experience

• Chartered Accountant with minimum 2 years' experience of Management/Financial Accounting in MNC's
• Understanding of current IFRS Accounting Standards advantageous
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel required

Personal Attributes

• Personal commitment to and visible role modelling of the organisation's behaviours and values.
• Self-motivated, organised with a "can do" attitude.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to think laterally and display adaptability to change.
• Methodical approach with an attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain quality and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Well organised and able to prioritise their own workload.
• Ability to work both in a team and individually.
• Ability to work with and influence senior stakeholders.
• Willing to work in UK shift as & when required.

MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely and responsibly.

Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.

Our Group Finance function oversees all financial management aspects, including tax, treasury, finance systems, financial control, and financial planning and analysis. It manages tax compliance and treasury operations such as cash flow management and investments. Group Finance ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance with financial regulations, while providing financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making.

MUFG Pension & Market Services is continuing to build a dynamic, client-focused, caring, and inclusive culture based on entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy, and trust, underpinned by core values.

We work collaboratively, supporting and valuing the talents and perspectives of our people, and promoting a flexible work environment where their wellbeing is prioritized. We believe diversity drives better client outcomes, improvement, and growth.

Join us on the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey to achieve our full potential. We treat everyone fairly and equitably, regardless of diverse characteristics. Candidates must have the relevant work rights. Successful applicants must complete background screening before employment.