Full job descriptionFinance Systems Accountant | 9-Month FTC | London | Hybrid | £50,000 - £60,000 | FTSE 100 FMCG |
A leading global FMCG group is looking for a Group Finance Systems Accountant to join its systems team on a 9-month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Head of Finance Systems, you will manage the process of consolidating subsidiary data into the group’s financial results from a systems standpoint.
It comes at a pivotal time, due to business change and IFRS 18 implementation both feeding into the group’s reporting systems.
The Role
*Prepare the consolidation system for both period-end reporting and budget/forecast cycles
*Ensure the completeness and validity of reporting entity submissions into the system
*Support the development and testing of complex reporting spreadsheets used to capture entity data for upload into IBM Cognos Controller
*Assist with the planning, testing and implementation of technical upgrades to reporting and consolidation systems
*Work with the Group Finance Systems team to identify and implement system and process improvements
*Support the maintenance of the systems chart of accounts and company structures
About You
*Previous experience with consolidation software
*Sound knowledge of IFRS, consolidation and financial reporting
*A proactive approach to improving processes and adding value
*Qualified accountant and member of a professional accounting body (desirable)
*Experience performing consolidations for a complex business, including multi-currency
*Month-end close and wider reporting process experience
Benefits
*Pension scheme up to 10%
*Life assurance
*25 days holiday annually (pro rata)