Record to Report Accountant

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Job Description

The Record to Report Accountnat is responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting for one or more legal entities. The role includes ownership of the balance sheet, income statement analysis, journal processing, reconciliations, and ownership for both external reporting and tax compliance. The controller acts as a key finance contact for local teams, Shared Services, and external auditors, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, IFRS/local GAAP, and statutory requirements.  Candidates must be willing to work North American hours (specifically MST) during month end close.  Outside of month end close hours can be more flexible

Key Responsibilities
1. Balance Sheet Management

Review and maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations. Proactively investigate and resolve reconciling items or aged balances. Ensure completeness and accuracy of key accounts, including contract assets, commission accruals, and bonus provisions. Contract asset reversals for early renewals - support OTC & Commercial Finance
2. Income Statement Oversight

Prepare and review P&L movements monthly and provide variance explanations. Liaise with FP&A and Commercial Finance to ensure alignment on actuals and forecasts. BTL analysis. Personnel expense reviews – trend analysis, restructuring
3. Month-End Close Activities

Execute timely journal entries and accruals. Maintain cut-off accuracy and adherence to monthly close timetables. Ensure financial statements are complete and materially accurate. Resolution of intercompany differences. Cashflow Forecasting
4. External Reporting

Produce/oversee the preparation of statutory financial statements, including liaising with third-party providers or local experts where applicable. Assist with audit preparation and coordination, including documentation and walkthroughs. Ensure alignment between group and statutory reporting through appropriate reconciliations and adjustments. Maintain bridge between IFRS and local GAAP
5. Tax Responsibilities

Support local tax compliance processes, including VAT, corporate income tax, and withholding tax. Liaise with tax advisors and internal tax teams to ensure timely and accurate filings. Prepare or review reconciliations between tax returns and accounting records. Contribute to tax audit responses or queries.
6. Compliance & Controls

Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and group accounting policies. Assist with documentation and testing of controls as required for SOX or internal audit. Escalate any control gaps or compliance risks proactively.
7. Collaboration & Business Partnership

Work closely with Shared Services to ensure seamless processing of transactions. Liaise with local teams (e.g. HR, Legal, Commercial Finance) to confirm completeness and accuracy of locally driven adjustments. Be a point of contact for external auditors and internal stakeholders.

• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or ACMA/CGMA or equivalent 
• 2+ years post qualified experience in general ledger accounting or financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, IFS Cloud preferred).
• Excellent written and spoken English; prior experience in global finance operations is a plus

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.