Associate Accounting Manager - Fixed term

at  FactSet Research Systems

FactSet is a global provider of integrated financial information, analytical applications, and industry-leading services, tailored to meet the needs of the global investment community. Our solutions offer unparalleled analysis and insight, enabling the world’s leading financial institutions to drive smarter decisions and gain competitive advantages. As a testament to our commitment to innovation and excellence, FactSet prides itself on a culture that nurtures talent and fosters growth.
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Associate Accounting Manager for a 1-year fixed-term contract starting November 2024, based in our London office. This hybrid role involves two days per week in the office.

Some of the main responsibilities of this role will be:

• Financial Reporting: Generate and present comprehensive management reports with insightful commentary.
• Monthly Accounts: Prepare group management accounts, balance sheets, P&L statements, and equity analysis.
• Journal Entries & Reconciliations: Post manual journal entries and conduct balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaboration: Work with offshore teams and ensure accurate financial data management.
• Tax & VAT: Prepare Corporation Tax estimates and compile group VAT returns.
• Lease & Asset Management: Manage global lease accounting and maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
• Ad Hoc Projects & Payroll Support: Contribute to various financial projects and assist with monthly payroll.
• Compliance & Audit: Assist with Annual Accounts, statutory audits, and ensure internal control compliance.

We are looking for someone who:

• ACCA Qualified: Essential.
• Experience: 5+ years in a senior accounting role.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Excel and financial management.
• Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with internal controls and SOX.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong ability to work with various stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Proven leadership skills.
• Taxation: Expertise in Tax and VAT returns.
• Accounting Standards: Knowledge of UK & US GAAP.

What’s In It For You

At FactSet, our people are our greatest asset, and our culture is our biggest competitive advantage. Being a FactSetter means:

• Contributing to a firm with over 40 years of consecutive growth, named a 2023 Best Place to Work by Glassdoor and led by a top-rated CEO Talent Champion.
• Support for your total well-being. This includes health, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program, plus paid time off for holidays, family leave, and companywide wellness days.
• Flexible work accommodations. We value work/life harmony and offer our employees a range of accommodations to help them achieve success both at work and in their personal lives.
• A global community dedicated to volunteerism, sustainability, and inclusivity, where collaboration is always encouraged, and individuality drives solutions.
• Career progression plans with dedicated time each month for learning and development.
• Employee-led Business Resource Groups that align with our DE&I strategy and are wholly supported by Executive Management.

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• Financial Reporting: Generate and present comprehensive management reports with insightful commentary.
• Monthly Accounts: Prepare group management accounts, balance sheets, P&L statements, and equity analysis.
• Journal Entries & Reconciliations: Post manual journal entries and conduct balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaboration: Work with offshore teams and ensure accurate financial data management.
• Tax & VAT: Prepare Corporation Tax estimates and compile group VAT returns.
• Lease & Asset Management: Manage global lease accounting and maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
• Ad Hoc Projects & Payroll Support: Contribute to various financial projects and assist with monthly payroll.
• Compliance & Audit: Assist with Annual Accounts, statutory audits, and ensure internal control compliance