Senior Accountant (UK Remote) at Turnitin, LLC

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Month End Close, Variance Analysis, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Statutory Accounts, Year End Audits, VAT Reporting, Corporate Tax Reporting, Cash Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Excel, NetSuite, Communication, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills

Industry

Software Development

Description

Company Description When you join Turnitin, you'll be welcomed into a company that is a recognized innovator in global education. For over 25 years, Turnitin has partnered with educators and institutions to develop learning integrity solutions that recognize the enduring value of critical thinking in a rapidly changing world. Over 16,000 academic institutions, publishers, and corporations use our services in more than 185 countries around the world: Turnitin Feedback Studio, Clarity, Originality, Gradescope, ExamSoft, Similarity, and iThenticate. Protecting the value of an authentic education is at the heart of who we are. Experience a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in a way that best suits you, supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being. Our diverse community of colleagues are all unified by a shared desire to make a difference in education. Turnitin is a global organization with team members in over 35 countries including the United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, India, and the Philippines. Job Description The Senior Accountant will play a vital role in Turnitin’s EMEA Accounting Team who have the responsibility to provide internal and external financial reporting for EMEA entities. Internal reporting includes management reporting as part of the month end close, where this role will have exposure to all expenses. External reporting includes the year end reporting, where this role will be a key contact for any audits and financial statement preparation. The Senior Accountant will be expected to contribute to driving continued process improvements to help strengthen internal controls and increase efficiencies. The Accounting team work closely with other teams in the Turnitin Financial team, including the Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounts Payable, Order To Cash, Tax, and Payroll teams. This position will report directly to the EMEA Accounting Manager. Responsibilities: Maintenance of general ledger and associated accounting of Turnitin’s EMEA Entities. Preparation of monthly journal entries as part of the month end process, primarily covering payroll and accruals. Support and review of journal entries relating to other expense postings, including fixed assets, prepayments, cash, intercompany, and accounts payable. Preparation of detailed Variance Analysis reports for management review. Support and review of monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations and investigation of reconciling items. Working with outsourced accounting providers for preparation of Statutory Accounts for Turnitin’s EMEA Entities. Assisting in Year End Audits for Turnitin’s EMEA Entities. Participation in the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies and procedures. Assist with support to internal customers including ad-hoc financial analysis, and special projects. Working with Turnitin’s Tax Team to ensure deliverables of VAT and Corporate Tax Reporting. Assist newly acquired entities with adoption of group internal controls and processes. Assisting in Cash Management, including cash flow forecasting, and the setup of intercompany cash transfers. Qualifications Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with Accounting & Finance experience in a fast-paced environment. 2 Years + PQE (or relevant experience in International Accounting). Experience in International Accounting and working with 3rd Party Accounting Providers. Advanced Excel skills and hands-on exposure to accounting systems (NetSuite preferred). Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues. Strong written and oral communication skills along with strong interpersonal skills and relationship building. Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize and manage workload involving multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines with follow-through and minimal supervision. Self-starter and proactive thinker. Additional Information Total Rewards @ Turnitin At Turnitin, we believe Total Rewards go far beyond pay. While salary, bonus, or commission are important, they’re only part of the value you receive in exchange for your work. Beyond compensation, you’ll experience the intrinsic rewards of unleashing your potential and making a positive impact on global education. You’ll also thrive in a culture free of politics, surrounded by humble, inclusive, and collaborative teammates. In addition, our extrinsic rewards include generous time off and health and wellness programs that provide choice, flexibility, and a safety net for life’s challenges. You’ll also enjoy a remote-first culture that empowers you to work with purpose and accountability in the way that suits you best, all supported by a comprehensive package that prioritizes your overall well-being. Our Mission is to ensure the integrity of global education and meaningfully improve learning outcomes. Our Values underpin everything we do. Customer Centric: Our mission is focused on improving learning outcomes; we do this by putting educators and learners at the center of everything we do. Passion for Learning: We are committed to our own learning and growth internally. And we support education and learning around the globe. Integrity: Integrity is the heartbeat of Turnitin—it is the core of our products, the way we treat each other, and how we work with our customers and vendors. Action & Ownership: We have a bias for action. We act like owners. We are willing to change even when it’s hard. One Team: We strive to break down silos, collaborate effectively, and celebrate each others' successes. Global Mindset: We consider different perspectives and celebrate diversity. We are one team. The work we do has an impact on the world. Global Benefits Remote First Culture Health Care Coverage* Education Reimbursement* Competitive Paid Time Off Self-Care Days National Holidays* 2 Founder Days + Juneteenth Observed Paid Volunteer Time* Charitable contribution match* Monthly Wellness or Home Office Reimbursement/* Access to Modern Health (mental health platform) Parental Leave* Retirement Plan with match/contribution* * varies by country Seeing Beyond the Job Ad At Turnitin, we recognize it’s unrealistic for candidates to fulfill 100% of the criteria in a job ad. We encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of the requirements because we know that skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and unleash your potential alongside us, join our team!

Responsibilities

The Senior Accountant will manage general ledger maintenance, month-end financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations for EMEA entities. They will also support year-end audits, tax reporting, and process improvements while collaborating with various internal financial teams.