Senior Financial Accountant, Times Higher Education

• Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• Practice background or 2+ years post qualified and strong technical experience
• Experience in the preparation of year end statutory accounts and tax compliance
• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102. In addition, US GAAP would be advantageous
• Proven experience of developing solid relationships with key stakeholders and being able to influence decision making, including challenging stakeholders where necessary

Desirable

• Production of annual statutory accounts at both the Group and Subsidiary level, including the preparation of various supporting schedules. Accounting under UK GAAP / FRS 102 and US GAAP
• Lead the Group’s annual audit, including the interim audit, and be the main point of contact with the audit team
• Work closely with the Group’s tax advisors to produce the annual corporation tax returns, including any supporting schedules
• Production of supporting documentation for future R&D claims, in conjunction with the Group’s tax advisors
• Managed the overseas audits, tax returns and compliance requirements (Australia, US & Singapore)
• Responsibility for the monthly internal reporting, including balance sheet, cash flow etc
• Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Maintain the Group’s accounting policies, including assessing any changes in FRS 102 and US GAAP which may affect the Group’s reporting
• Involvement in any future acquisitions, including assessing accounting policies, and making changes where required to align to Group policies

• 1. Apply via Otta
• 2. Video call with internal recruiter (30 mins max)
• 3. Video interview with current Senior FA
• 4. Video interview with Financial Controller