Job Description

Title: Senior Accountant - Finance Operations EMEA Region

Location: London

Mon-Fri (Hybrid)

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for supporting with the overseeing the financial operations of the entities across the EMEA Region for CSC, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective financial control, and compliance with all financial regulations.

The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in managing the financial operations for the EMEA Region, by working closely with the Finance Global Hub operational team to review and control the day-to-day financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments, such as Business, Corporate, Finance Business Partners, Regional and Global Hub team members.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Ensure the accuracy of the financial results, including revenue, expenses and Balance Sheet items for all entities across the EMEA Region.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and other regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Reporting:

• Management of statutory audits for legal entities across the EMEA Region.
• Manage regulatory reporting across the EMEA Region

Accounting Operations:

• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
• Ensure account reconciliation, resolve discrepancies, and ensure all necessary adjustments are made.
• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee journal entries, accruals, and allocations.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Maintain effective internal control systems and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and other financial laws and guidelines.

Financial Analysis:

• Support the Finance Business Partners by providing financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and profitability.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with other departments and teams across Finance and Business, to support overall business objectives.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

System and Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure the financial systems are up-to-date and effectively utilized.

Technical skills, experience and qualifications

Education:

• ACCA, CIMA OR ACA Qualified

Business competencies and experience required:

• Ideally Big 4 / Top 60 Practice trained prior to industry
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Technically astute with Statutory Reporting and IFRS
• Experience with SAP S4H is preferable.
• Experience with financial consolidation and multi-entity accounting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to interpret large data sets.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• A flexible self-starter who can adapt to organizational changes

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®

Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,

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Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.