Associate Manager, Financial Accounting and Control at London Stock Exchange Group plc

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Accounting, Control, Month End Cycle, Cost Assurance, Balance Sheet Reviews, IAS, IFRS, Relationship Building, Communication, Customer Focus, Self-Motivated, Deadline Management, Financial Regulations, Audit Engagements, Ad Hoc Projects, Analysis

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About Us LSEG is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to perfection in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and build jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Position Summary Associate Manager, Financial Accounting and Control role is within the Engineering Controllership team partnering with the Engineering organisation. The Engineering Controllership team where this role sits is responsible for Month End management and deliverables, the accuracy of the ledgers (from an IAS / IFRS / Company Policy perspective) through cost assurance activities, Balance Sheet reviews, External/Internal Audit engagements and identifying areas for improvement to reduce audit risks. Controllership is the global process owner for Project Accounting and Fixed Assets as well as being a key contributor in various company-wide initiatives. The role requires strong relationship building with Business Finance, Corporate Functions, Internal/External Auditors, and the offshore Service Centre community which is critical to ensuring that all costs, commitments and liabilities are accurately recorded on a timely basis. This role will provide support and control of the business units' balance sheets and ensure that the financial statements reflect international standards. Role Responsibilities Involvement in monthly close activities for the areas including preparation of journals, accruals and prepayments and cost assurance activities to ensure that results are complete and accurate. Production of key supporting schedules for significant costs within the areas supported. Preparation of Balance Sheet Packs providing full commentary on movements and breakdown of balances for areas supported. Identify opportunities for a more robust control environment to mitigate key risks Works with Finance, Business and Corporate function stakeholders to deliver outcomes they own by providing corresponding accounting, reporting and financial control support and enablement activities. Provide guidance to the wider finance team to ensure all financial and accounting regulations and legislation are adhered to. Timely audit responses. Ad hoc projects and analysis. Preferred Skills & Experience Finance degree or a passed finalist of a recognised professional institute (CIMA/ACCA). Minimum of 4 years accounting experience. Advance level Excel (VBA/Marcos not required). Experience in Month End cycle and financial control. Good working knowledge of IAS/IFRS. Proven ability to form strong relationships with customer and stakeholders. Comfortable with working autonomously as well as part of a team. Proven ability to meet deadlines as well as working to a monthly close timetable. Clear and effective communicator. Strong customer focus & work ethic. Self-motivated. Ability to work according to UK work hours Career Stage: Senior Associate London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions. Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering. LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives. Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, and how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject. If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice. If you want to apply for a job, please click the Apply button. You will then be redirected to our Careers sign-in page where you can enter your existing credentials or set up an account with us. If there is nothing that currently suits you, feel free to send us your Resume/CV LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. Our Data & Analytics, Capital Markets and Post Trade divisions have a combined power that provides a comprehensive, integrated suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services to help our customers pursue their ambitions. Explore our divisions LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 70 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Find out more Get to know some of our people who are pushing the boundaries of technology, finance and more around the world.

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Responsibilities

The Associate Manager will be involved in monthly close activities, including preparation of journals and cost assurance activities. They will also prepare Balance Sheet Packs and identify opportunities for a more robust control environment.