Financial Reporting Accountant

Jane Street

London, United Kingdom

Who this role is best for

Candidates with accounting qualifications and a background in financial reporting will find this role's focus on maintaining European books and preparing statements appealing.

Best fit for

Accountants with post-ACA experience and a focus on financial reporting in regulated environments
— “1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role”
Professionals who have worked with FRS 102 or IFRS and are detail-oriented
— “solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS”
Individuals with a strong interest in automation and cross-functional teamwork
— “working closely with other team members, including our accounting-specific Technology team, to improve and automate processes”

Things to consider

The role requires fluency in English and may involve working with international teams
— “Fluent in English”
Candidates must be prepared to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
— “able to handle competing priorities and work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with financial statement preparation and reconciliation in your resume and interview responses
— “preparing financial statements and account reconciliations”
Emphasize any experience with regulatory compliance or documentation of internal controls
— “interpreting GAAP and documenting accounting policies and internal controls”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

maintain books and records
prepare financial statements
collaborate with auditors

Typical background

accountingfinancial reporting

Skills & requirements

Required

Financial ReportingAccounting ReconciliationsFinancial StatementsGAAPFRS 102IFRSOrganisedCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalytical SkillsDetail-oriented

Preferred

Workday (financial Data Model)Regulatory Regimes

Stack & domain

ExcelWorkday (financial Data Model)CommunicationTeamworkTime ManagementAnalytical ThinkingACAAccountingFinancial Reporting

About the role

Original posting from Jane Street

About the position
We are looking for a qualified Accountant to join our Financial Reporting team. You will primarily maintain the books and records for the firm’s European businesses and prepare our monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with accounting teams in the region and globally.
Additional responsibilities of the role will include:
Preparing or reviewing various accounting reconciliations and financial schedules that support the financial statements
Collaborating with outside auditors and advisors, interpreting GAAP, and documenting accounting policies and internal controls
Working closely with other team members, including our accounting-specific Technology team, to improve and automate processes
At Jane Street, we always look for the best solutions to complex problems, and that extends to our accounting function. Our legal and regulatory environment is constantly shifting. The right candidate will be a self-starter who cares deeply about details and deadlines, and who can jump into our fast-paced work environment.
About you
Have a bachelor’s degree
An ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role
Experienced with preparing financial statements and account reconciliations
Have a solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS; knowledge of U.S. GAAP is desired but not required
Organised with great communication skills; able to build strong collaborative relationships across various groups within the firm
Self-motivated to improve processes where possible
Have excellent time management skills; able to handle competing priorities and work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment
Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills; detail-oriented with a “can-do” attitude when resolving issues
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Preferably familiar with regulatory regimes
Experience with using Workday (Financial Data Model) is a plus
Fluent in English
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Source: Jane Street careers