JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Bristol, UK (Hybrid)
This is a hybrid position primarily based in Bristol. We're committed to your flexibility and wellbeing and our hybrid strategy currently requires three days a week in the office, giving you the option to work remotely for some of your working week. Find out more at http://computershare.com/flex.
We give you a world of potential
The Global Transactional Accounting (TA) Team comprises of c.40 colleagues, with 15 on Bristol, England, Centre of Excellence (CoE) team, supported by c.25 colleagues in Hyderabad, India.
The TA CoE coordinate and oversee the month end close activities for Record to Report (Accounting) and Hire to Acquire (Assets). This involves coordination and liaison with colleagues in our primary markets (US, UK, Canada and Australia) as well as our offshore operations in India.
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We are responsible for the majority of the monthly journal postings - allowing FP&A and Group perform monthly reporting - as well the accounting within the Cash Management, Fixed Assets, and Intercompany sub-ledgers. We also prepare balance sheet reconciliations for Financial Control.
Finance is on a transformational journey. We are entering the exciting phase of optimization, where processes are being challenged, and then enhanced, so this is a great opportunity for those who have a continuous improvement mindset and can hit the floor running.
A role you will love
This role contributes to ensuring the month end close processes are run in an efficient and effective manner, that the group timetable is met, and our outsourcer delivers against its SLA's and KPIs. The role is responsible for accounting processes; preparation of manual journals, review of sub-ledger accounting processes prepared offshore, and month end close reporting to group.
Key accountabilities:
- Preparation of manual journals for the month end financial close to agreed month end timetable and group playbook requirements.
- Preparation of accounting processes such as balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations to agreed month end timetable and group playbook requirements.
- Monitor the quality and timeliness of offshore sub-ledger transaction processing. This will include quality assurance reporting and feedback to management.
- Support the integrity of balance sheets; ensuring any queried items are managed on an ongoing, timely basis.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives within scope of work.
- Respond to queries from key stakeholders
What will you bring to the role?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team where you can make a genuine impact on how we work and help to shape the team.
Essential:
- At least 2 years' experience in an accounting role, with the preference for someone who has been in a similar role for that time in a large global business.
- AAT qualified, or Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in finance, accounting or related discipline
Preferred:
- Experience in working with an offshore team and reviewing their work
- Working towards accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA) or equivalent accredited
- Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in finance, accounting or related discipline.
Rewards designed for you
Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.
Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
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ABOUT US
A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. 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 our world of opportunities.
A diverse and inclusive place to work
At Computershare we value diversity and welcome applications from everyone, believing that an equal and inclusive culture is key to excellent results. One of the greatest advantages for our organisation is the talent and diversity of our people and we strive to ensure all our employees have an equal opportunity to contribute their ideas, bring their personality to their work and showcase their skills. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Shared Services teams support all of our business lines behind the scenes. Across the world, we have a range of specialisms that ensure the delivery of our business priorities. These include Technology, Information Security, Finance, Risk, Audit, Governance, Marketing and Communications as well as our People team. Join our strategic team and help us look after everything from creating an amazing end to end employee journey to keeping our systems safe. You'll be looking after our people, our clients and their customers, whilst maintaining our exceptional standards around the globe.