r2r assistant accountant

2 weeks ago

Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom Merlin Entertainments Full time £25,000 - £35,000 per year
R2R Assistant Accountant

Location (Country-County-City) UK-Hampshire-Basingstoke

Job Locations UK-Hampshire-Basingstoke

ID

Employment Type

Full-Time

Offer/Contract Type

No End Date

Location Name

The Merlin Hub Basingstoke

What you'll bring to the team

Job Scope

  • You will be part of the Global Record to Report team responsible for the timely & accurate processing of the financial control, accounting and reporting activities in accordance with company policy, performance and quality standards.
  • Works across all departments and key stakeholders to support the financial reporting process.
  • You will drive best practice, process efficiencies and standardisation through continuous improvement using Visual Management methodology and tools.

Job Purpose

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders internally and externally.
  • Maintain all financial controls and systems within your role recommending potential operational efficiencies and improvements to working practices and procedures.
  • Ensure all key tasks are completed to scheduled timelines and in line with accounting policies.
  • Take ownership of balance sheet accounts and reviews with Finance stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

  • Preparation of monthly journals working closely with key business partners for the appropriate level of support.
  • Accurate and timely month end reporting in line with the Finance hub timetable across international legal entities.
  • Support with preparation of month-end analysis and commentary for management reporting.
  • Completion of balance sheet reconciliations to support reviews with Finance hub managers and business partners.
  • Maintain financial controls in accordance with group policies and procedures.
  • Support indirect tax, local tax and ad hoc statistical reporting.
  • Liaise with internal and external audit teams.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Experience working in a shared services role preferably within a similar operating model and size of organisation.
  • Part qualified and studying ACA, ACCA or CIMA 2 years+ experience in a finance role.
  • Experience of month end close process.
  • Preferred experience of process improvements and standardising finance processes.
  • Evidence of building and maintaining strong relationships with key business stakeholders.
  • Proactive individual with experience working in a flexible and changing environment.

Additional Considerations

  • Communication skills necessary to coordinate month end close across multiple functions.
  • Attention to detail with a proactive approach to obtaining appropriate supporting evidence.
  • Collaboration with divisional finance organisations to highlight/resolve issues.
Benefits
  • A competitive annual salary
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • 'Enjoy the Ride' Merlin Annual Passes - 6 in total per year, 1 for you, plus 5 to gift to loved ones
  • Merlin Magic Pass - 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world rising to 40 after a year's service
  • Company bonus
  • Private pension scheme
  • 40% discount online off LEGO
  • 25% discount in our on-site retail shops and restaurants
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Plus, many more…
Pay Range

Competitive

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