We are searching for an ambitious Senior Group Accounting & Reporting Manager to join our Group Finance team in our London office.
Reporting to the Head of Group Finance based in London, you will play a critical role in managing our global accounting and reporting processes including technical accounting, consolidation, internal and external reporting.
This is a breakdown of what you'll do (not all of it, just the important stuff): Own the external reporting timetable, processes and outputs coordinating with regional and shared service teams to deliver a seamless quarter, half year and year-end. Lead on financial accounting including all acquisition related accounting activities. Be the key interface with Group auditors to lead the audit process. Deliver a robust monthly group consolidation and management reporting pack. Drive improvements in current month-end close process. Work with regional and shared service teams on key projects (InterCompany, Entity Rationalisation). Build on and develop formalised SOX control policies and procedures underpinning the financial risk & control matrix. Support the financial systems' project for new ERP and Consolidation systems. Develop a high-performing finance team providing mentorship, guidance and professional development opportunities. These are the essentials you'll need to get an interview: Professional accounting qualification (ACA or CIMA). Top 6 qualified. PLC or listed company experience. Significant PQE working within division of large organisation. Experienced in M&A, systems implementation, transformation, controls at leadership level. Proficiency in financial ERP systems. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP (desirable). Company Description and Culture YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.
We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we're trusted by the world's biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.
Why join YouGov?
Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people's opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.
Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.
Life at YouGov
We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.
We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.
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Reporting to the Head of Group Finance based in London, you will play a critical role in managing our global accounting and reporting processes including technical accounting, consolidation, internal and external reporting.
This is a breakdown of what you'll do (not all of it, just the important stuff): Own the external reporting timetable, processes and outputs coordinating with regional and shared service teams to deliver a seamless quarter, half year and year-end. Lead on financial accounting including all acquisition related accounting activities. Be the key interface with Group auditors to lead the audit process. Deliver a robust monthly group consolidation and management reporting pack. Drive improvements in current month-end close process. Work with regional and shared service teams on key projects (InterCompany, Entity Rationalisation). Build on and develop formalised SOX control policies and procedures underpinning the financial risk & control matrix. Support the financial systems' project for new ERP and Consolidation systems. Develop a high-performing finance team providing mentorship, guidance and professional development opportunities. These are the essentials you'll need to get an interview: Professional accounting qualification (ACA or CIMA). Top 6 qualified. PLC or listed company experience. Significant PQE working within division of large organisation. Experienced in M&A, systems implementation, transformation, controls at leadership level. Proficiency in financial ERP systems. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP (desirable). Company Description and Culture YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.
We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we're trusted by the world's biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.
Why join YouGov?
Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people's opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.
Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.
Life at YouGov
We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.
We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.
Data Privacy
To find out how we collect and use your personal data when you apply for a role at YouGov, please read our privacy notice at https://jobs.yougov.com/privacy
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