Accounts assistant – Financial systems

3 weeks ago

United Kingdom Grant Thornton International Ltd Full time

About Grant Thornton


Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading professional services networks with member firms in over 145 countries, 72,000 people and global revenues of $7.5bn. Member firms offer audit, tax, and advisory services to privately owned companies, publicly listed companies, public sector and not for profit organisations, both domestically and internationally.


Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).


Overall role purpose


In our Go Beyond network strategy 2025 our vision is to become ‘the most valued network in the profession’.


The purpose of the Senior Associate within Finance is to assist with the with the management of our internal finance systems and policies.


The senior associate within finance would be working closely with our procurement team on specific technology vendor accounts.


Processing of internal cash and corporate card expenses and assisting with weekly payment runs for invoices and expenses.


Provide the financial information that other functions across GTIL require to operate effectively and efficiently to ensure those functions are supported in their ability to have a laser focus on helping firms to grow their international business and on safeguarding the network.


Ensure financial records are accurate and up to date to enable correct decision making.

Assisting with the maintenance of our internal financial systems and troubleshooting issues through correct channels.


Responsibilities include assisting day to day accounting including but not limited to, queries assisting, month end reporting, annual audit, internal reporting, and monthly reconciliations.


Location


UK and Europe time zones.


Main responsibilities


Day to day accounting

  • Responsible for maintaining user information and user setups of internal finance systems. Creating new supplier accounts ensuring all relevant information is entered on the supplier record including the bank details for payment and payment terms.
  • Assisting with system improvements and being the main point of contact with respect to troubleshooting system related issues through the appropriate channels. Working with our dedicated consultant on automation projects and championing continuous system improvements and efficiencies.
  • Assisting with weekly payment runs for supplier invoices and expenses.
  • Posting cash and corporate card expenses to ensure they comply with our internal finance policies and are coded to the correct nominal ledger code.
  • Collaborating with the procurement team on specific technology vendor accounts, managing invoice processing and assisting with member firm charge back processes.
  • Assisting the Finance manager with any ad-hoc reporting.


Monthly accounting

  • Monthly corporate card account reconciliation and supplier account clean-ups.
  • Monthly payroll invoice processing.
  • Sending out monthly purchase ledger reports to Finance business partners relating to account allocations and outstanding transaction listings.
  • Processing of month end accruals and prepayments ensuring journals are accurate, done in a timely manner and up to date.
  • Preparing the final data set for the monthly cost reports.


Operations

  • Assisting the Finance manager with maintaining our finance operating system and troubleshooting issues
  • Assist with system enhancement projects carried out by the finance team and support technician
  • Assisting with systems testing


Other

  • Assist with preparing for the Year End Audit including any reconciliations and reporting required.
  • Review current processes and suggest improvements to increase efficiencies and improve working practices.


Person specification


Experience – Essential


  • Experience of working in a financial, business to business or professional services environment
  • Self-starter with the ability and confidence to develop and implement their own projects and workload.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interact, challenge and support senior stakeholders.
  • Very good interpersonal skills and a good team player
  • Good organisation and time management skills and an ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Advanced level Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively in a cross-geographic, cross-organizational, and cross-cultural context.


Experience - Desirable


  • Previous experience of working within a global professional services environment and with international stakeholders


Benefits


There are many benefits of being part of Grant Thornton International, working with a global and diverse team in a virtual setting is just one of them. We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture and believe it's one of our most valuable assets.


We also recognise the importance of time off at Grant Thornton International. Taking time away can lead to improved wellbeing and better productivity, which is why we don’t cap your leave. So if you need to take that extra Friday off (and Monday too), no problem.


We believe work is no longer a location, it is what we do. This should help all of us deliver our best work, while achieving the right balance in our lives. We want to build a culture of virtual inclusivity. One where all our people have the ability to choose what works best for them but also provides our people the best shared working experience utilising the digital tools we have available. GTIL will provide individuals with the necessary support and equipment to work effectively from home. We also have a collaborative space to offer should you prefer working outside of your home.


We fully understand the importance of balancing your life and we aim to support that with remote working and flexibility within your role. We understand the time you spend outside of work helps shape what you bring into work, so we encourage flexibility on both sides. However, if you prefer to work from the office, this is also something we offer.


We also understand the importance of working comfortably in a remote office - most likely your home, which is why we offer all staff a monthly home office allowance to ensure you're well equipped and able to undertake your role to the fullest.


These are just some of the benefits of working at Grant Thornton International. We also have a wide range of attractive core benefits including pension, health insurance, wellbeing programmes and much much more.

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