BT jobs - Finance analyst

About This Role



The key objective of the role is to provide an end to end statutory accounts service for various legal entities for Europe and MEA region.

You'll Have The Following Responsibilities

The role will involve the coordination of a number of audits within the FSSC, including overseeing the preparation of local GAAP statutory accounts, audit files, liaison with country teams regarding local GAAP and other adjustments, external auditors / tax advisers.

Ideally with a training background from practice (big 4 or medium sized firm),you will be an experienced professional - ideally 3-4 years.

You will be a confident communicator and feel comfortable dealing with external advisers, such as our external auditors-KPMG and tax advisers, in addition to briefing senior management on company activities. You will be expected to have a good understanding of IFRS. A willingness to maintain and enhance your technical knowledge is required.

Due to the nature of statutory reporting with filing deadlines which cannot be missed, you will be passionate about delivering on your commitments and totally focussed on delighting your customers. You will be highly organised and be expected to manage numerous activities and tasks at the same time.

Key Tasks And Responsibilities Of The Role Include

• Organising statutory audits
• Timely communication of outstanding items/issues with country teams/central team/third party service provider and KPMG
  
• Maintain cooperative and influential relationship with the business partners
  
• Progress monitoring (audit+ filing cycle) and drive to make sure targets are met
  
• Group audit reporting
  
• Preparing Statutory reconciliation (IFRS to Statutory)
  
• Provide support in the preparation of the Financial Statement and Notes to the FS
  
• Being an intermediary person between external advisers and local SSC teams
  
• Carry out checks before the audits, eg: reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing journal back-ups, etc
  
• Preparation of the audit deliverables based on KPMG’s client preparation list
  
• Participate in other activities, such as entity rationalisation project (prepare step plan) or preparation of different slide packs for the Audit and Risk Committee Board
  
  

You'll Have The Following Skills & Experience

Qualified accountant with audit experience.

High quality of written and spoken English.

Min 5-6 years relevant Finance work experience.

Attention to accuracy and details.

Very good problem solving and communication skills.

Can do attitude, team player

Able to own and drive audit and statutory filing agenda

ACCA studies/qualification is an advantage.

Eligibility criteria - As per IJP Guidelines.

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