Senior Financial Accountant - US SOX

Overview To assist with the preparation and audit of the EMEA consolidation and statutory financial statements along with implementing new controls to enhance SOX compliance.

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

Strategic Focus

Able to review accounting practices and ensure transactions are booked appropriately.

Able to adapt quickly and appropriately when processes change.

Able to drive process improvement.

Operational Management

Liaising with business partners to collate audit support and responding to audit deliverable requests.

Maintain comprehensive documentation of control environments and contribute to reports on the company's compliance status

Preparation of internal reporting packs for consolidation purposes

Writing internal memorandums / audit notes supporting certain positions

Preparation of statutory accounts workbooks and financial statements

Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliation packs

Compilation and review of Balance sheet reconciliations and monthly reporting packs

Maintain comprehensive documentation of control environments and contribute to reports on the company's compliance status.

Identify opportunities to improve finance department processes and implement new controls to enhance SOX compliance and operational efficiency.

Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to auditor requests, and providing evidence of control effectiveness.

Implement and document internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and data security to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial statements.

People Leadership

Demonstrate strong self-leadership by showing initiative and demonstrating professional behaviours.

Work collaboratively with broader finance team members and across the business.

Actively contribute to the broader team's knowledge and capability.

Governance & Risk

Ensure full adherence to legal and regulatory requirements and the good conduct of the businesses, maintaining ongoing compliance and upholding the reputation of MPMS Group.

Achievement of business objectives and the maintenance of ongoing regulatory compliance.

Conduct risk assessments to identify potential financial reporting risks and evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls.

The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.

Experience & Personal Attributes

Experience

ACA / ACCA qualified or an active studier partly qualified.

Knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS

8+ years of Financial accounting and balance sheet reconciliation experience

Financial statement preparation and audit experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrably methodical and highly organised with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Has exposure on implementation of SOX controls and documentation

Worked in a US SOX compliant organisation

Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Personal Attributes

Personal commitment to and visible role modelling of the organisation's behaviours and values.

Self-motivated, organised with a "can do" attitude.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Ability to think laterally and display adaptability to change.

Methodical approach with an attention to detail.

Ability to maintain quality and manage workload to meet deadlines.

Well organised and able to prioritise their own workload.

Ability to work both in a team and individually.

Ability to work with and influence senior stakeholders.

Willing to work in UK shift as & when required.