Group Financial Accountant

Overview

We are recruiting for a Group Financial Accountant working within the Group Financial Reporting team. This role provides an opportunity to experience the most interesting accounting and financial reporting matters within an acquisitive multi-national group. There is a breadth of opportunities within the role from providing guidance and writing technical papers on complex accounting arrangements, to helping accelerate management reporting and improve forecasting of cash flows and balance sheet items. The successful candidate will support the following key areas of responsibility:Responsibilities

Prepare the monthly accounting adjustments required to deliver the Group consolidated resultsSupport the regional and local finance teams through the monthly group reporting requirementsSupport the preparation of Experian Group statutory results and half-year and year-end external reporting processesWorking with external auditors to ensure achievement of reporting deadlinesProvide ad-hoc guidance on IFRS accounting queries from the regional teamsWork as part of project teams on implementing new financial reporting requirements and standardsIdentify, understand and ultimately resolve impediments to a faster financial closeSupport design and operation of a robust control environment around key Group reporting processesContribute to improvement and automation of controllership processes across the GroupQualifications

Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACA or equivalent)Excellent existing technical knowledge (specifically IFRS)Experience of statutory reporting processes and auditAbout Experian

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments. We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian''s culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian''s people first approach is award-winning; World''s Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian''s DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age.If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.Experian Careers - Creating a better tomorrow together. Find out what its like to work for Experian by clicking ..... full job details .....