accountant Bristol, England
Job description
This is a hybrid position primarily based in Bristol. We’re committed to your flexibility and wellbeing and our hybrid strategy currently requires two days a week in the office, giving you the option to work remotely for some of your working week. Find out more about our culture of flexible working .
We give you a world of potential
Are you a qualified Accounting / Audit professional looking to gain experience in board reporting, report writing, regulatory returns and financial modelling in the Financial Services industry?
If so, we currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Regional Financial Accountant to join our Financial Control team on a part time basis (3 days per week) on a 12 months fixed term contract basis.
A role you will love
In this role you will assist with delivery of the month-end close process, reporting to Group and preparing local statutory financial statements and regulatory reports for allocated legal entities, ensuring that all deadlines are met.
You will also support the audit process by providing supporting evidence and documenting accounting positions. You will be focussed on maintaining appropriate controls in the reporting process and ensuring that all continuous improvement initiatives are well supported.
Other key responsibilities:
- Preparing group Half-Year and Year-End disclosure reporting packs
- Participating in preparation of statutory accounts under local GAAP where required and regulatory reports for assigned regional subsidiaries focussing on accuracy and timeliness as well as local board reports where applicable
- Contributing to both regional and group-wide ad hoc projects including continuous improvements, group initiatives and participation in transformation activity where required
- Maintaining appropriate controls in the reporting process and putting forward ideas for process, policy and control improvements
- Responding to ad-hoc requests in areas related to reporting and financial control deploying accounting and reporting expertise
What will you bring to the role?
To excel in this role, it is expected that you will be exam qualified, will possess strong accounting skills and have significant prior audit knowledge.
Other skills and experience required:
- Working knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards
- Understanding of basic controls in reporting and other finance processes
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) with additional focus on MS Excel
- Experience with Oracle ERP system preferred but experience with another general ledger system also acceptable
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting
- Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA or local equivalent)
A company to be proud of
Computershare (ASX:CPU) is a world leader in financial administration with over 14,000 employees across 21 different countries delivering expertise to over 25,000+ clients. At Computershare, it’s more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of the world of opportunities we have available. With infinite possibilities, we could take you anywhere.
Rewards designed for you
Employee Share Plan. Set aside salary to purchase shares in our company and you’ll increase your investment when you receive a generous company contribution towards additional shares.
Health and Wellbeing. Our health and wellbeing rewards can be tailored to support you and your family.
Save for Your Future. We will support you along your retirement savings journey.
Paid time away from work. Our employees enjoy a competitive paid time off package, including a day each year to volunteer time for a good cause that is important to you.
Employee Discounts. We’ve partnered with other organisations to offer you extra savings. Enjoy discounts with banks, car manufacturers, on flights, accommodation and days out as well as with many big brand shops.
Extra Rewards. From tuition reimbursement to cash bonus recruitment referral programs, our comprehensive benefits package offers a multitude of options.
A diverse and inclusive place to work
Computershare celebrates the diversity of our people, and we welcome applications from everyone.
We believe that having a culture of inclusion is essential in delivering good results. Attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered allows people to reach their full potential. As a business this diversity helps us to better reflect and understand our customers’ needs to allow us to drive better outcomes.
We are happy to accommodate individual needs during your application journey. If you require disability accommodations or adjustments, please email us at [email protected] detailing your requirements and contact information.
Computershare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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