Senior Accountant

Hasbro European Services provides various services to Hasbro business units in Europe and the Middle East and Africa.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our Controllership team, where they will play an integral role in our Accounting Organization This role is responsible for supporting the Segment Controllership, Manager of Accounting, through the execution of daily operations with limited supervision. They will be a key contributor to the monthly global financial close process, specializing in journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses with efficiency and accuracy.

Please note: Hasbro operates a Hybrid working pattern of Tuesdays – Thursdays in the office, with Flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. Please only apply if you meet the requirements of the role, and the working pattern is suitable for you, and you are located within a reasonable commuting distance from the Capper Street, London office.

A day in the life of a Senior Accountant on the Segment Controllership team:
Financial Accounting, Reporting & Analysis, and Compliance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual segment financials and required supporting documentation
• Conduct variance analyses and explain differences between actual and expected financial performance
• Manage the processing of journal entries related to segment-specific revenue
• Ensure journal entries are accurately prepared, reviewed, and posted in accordance with internal policies and procedures
• Support technical accounting analysis and interpretation of complex issues
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to ensure reporting accuracy
• Perform financial close activities and enable the timely and accurate completion of close-related tasks
• Manage the team's compliance with US GAAP and company policies and procedures

Audit & SOX

• Manage internal and external audit support, including preparation of audit documentation in response to auditor inquiries
• Implement recommendations and mitigation plans in response to audit findings and outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with region-specific Commercial Finance counterparts and understand how and when accounting policies apply to the Business
• Facilitate interactions and collaboration between Commercial Finance and the Technical Accounting team

What you'll bring:

• Degree in BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance or a similar BSc (Hons) in a related accounting field, Chartered Accountant (ACA), and the Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) designation is preferred
• Minimum 4 years' accounting experience (public company and/or public accounting experience preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), along with a solid understanding of accounting principles, concepts, and practices
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, creatively problem solve, and contribute efficiently and optimally in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong problem-solving skills

Experience With SAP And/or Blackline Is Preferred
To Play to Win, you will be a champion of our Leadership Principles:

• Knowing is Half the Battle
• Break the Mold
• Take Charge
• Be Legendary
• Friendship is Magic
• The Matrix of Leadership

Hasbro is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of the role, and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or role requirements. We value diversity at Hasbro, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Interviews at Hasbro take place in person and virtually as part of our recruitment process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and you have a medical condition or an individual need for adjustment to our process, and you believe it may affect your ability to be at your best, please let your recruitment partner know, so we can consider how best we can support you and make any adjustments that may reasonably be needed.