General Ledger Accounting Expert

2 weeks ago

Witham, United Kingdom MMC Corporate Full time

Marsh McLennan is a recognized global leader in risk, strategy and people, committed to helping clients navigate the rapidly changing business landscape. Our mission is to empower companies in overcoming the challenges of our times.

In order to strengthen our Financial Hub in Witham, Essex, we are looking to recruit a: General Ledger Accounting Expert

What can you expect?

  • Join a friendly team that are responsible for General Ledger Accounting across UK and Europe.
  • As a GL Accounting Expert  you will play a crucial role in managing the complex accounting needs of the R2R Accounting Operations space. In addition to your core responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to assume an expert role, guiding and mentoring accounting personnel on the required processes. Your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.
  • Furthermore, you will be responsible for reviewing financial data and providing insightful analysis to company executives. Your ability to communicate financial strategies effectively will contribute to informed decision-making and the overall success of the organization.

What is in it for you?

  • Work in a people-oriented team with dynamic colleagues and leaders who are committed to exceeding the high standards set by our clients and by ourselves,
  • Cooperation with other AO teams located in Poland and offshore teams located in India / USA
  • Competitive Benefits Package including: 27 days annual leave, up to 4 days flexible bank holidays, excellent pension contributions, private medical cover, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance program, plus a range of flexible benefits including the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year, cycle to work, dental insurance, health assessments plus many more.
  • Generous Family Leave including:  6 months paid maternity leave, 4 months paid paternity leave, 6 months paid adoption leave plus shared parental leave options.  To help ease the transition when you return to work you will be able to work 8 weeks at 80% of your normal work pattern and receive 100% of your normal salary.
  • Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model that nurtures a collaborative working environment in the office 2 days per week allowing 3 days per week to be spent working on a remote basis

We will count on you to:

  • Oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the R2R processes
  • Conduct thorough reviews and analysis of account reconciliations, journal entries, and provide comprehensive balance sheet analyses
  • Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the R2R function and related reports
  • Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.
  • Take an active role in participating and leading projects that have an impact on the Accounting Operations and its processes
  • Assist in maintaining and enhancing the internal control environment, including strict adherence to SOX controls and external audit procedures
  • Ensure that daily management activities are conducted in full compliance with internal and external control requirements
  • Adhere to accounting principles, practices, and regulatory guidelines, and ensure their consistent application in daily work
  • Respond promptly and effectively to ad hoc requests for financial information and provide insightful operational analysis using a variety of reporting tools, in line with our global business standards

What you need to have: 

  • A minimum of 4 years' experience within acounting, with particular focus on experience in general ledger (UK and/or EU)
  • Working knowledge of ERP Accounting systems e.g. Oracle Financials
  • Strong experience of accounts reconciliations, data alalysis (checking and explaining variances)
  • Strong Excel skills.
  • The right to work in the UK

   

What makes you stand out:

  • A University degree in the field of finance, accounting, or economics or recognized Accounting qualification
  • Relevant experience as above within a large shared services or financial management environment
  • Previous experience within Audit is advantageous but not essential.

MARSH MCLENNAN

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the worldâs leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Companyâs more than 85,000 colleagues advise clients in over 130 countries.  With annual revenue of $23 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter  develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer  delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and well being for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, civil partnership status, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in accordance with applicable law to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at TAUK@mmc.com

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