Financial Accountant

Job Title

Financial Accountant

Job Description

As Financial Accountant for IG entities, you are part of a fast-growing fintech within a large and global financial group. You will help to fulfill IG entities’ financial, tax and regulatory obligations and learn more about requirements of an Investment Firm. While working within a global finance team, you will have the chance to enjoy the collaboration with many different and talented people.

So, who are we?

Hello, we’re IG Group. No, not Instagram – though we're a pretty big deal ourselves.

We’re a global, FTSE 250-listed company made up of a collection of progressive fintech brands in the world of online trading and investing. The best part? We’ve snapped up many awards for our top-class platforms, forward-thinking products, and incredible employee experiences.

We believe in financial freedom. And our purpose is to help ambitious people achieve it. Around 400,000 people use our groundbreaking technology and forward-thinking platforms to trade the financial products they know and love.

Did we mention we have offices in 18 countries? Yes, when you join IG Group, you'll have the chance to work across multiple brands, with people all over the world. Join us for an exciting future and let’s innovate together!

Your role in the Team

Financial Accountant will be responsible for end-to-end processes within her/his responsibility. Ensuring that global and local accounting standards and policies are executed in timely and efficient manner. Working closely with senior members of the wider finance department within IG Group local and overseas offices to enhance financial procedures and streamline processes.

What you’ll do

•  Prepare management and financial accounts along with review and oversight of the monthly results for IG Group entities 

• Performing calculation, review and approval of accounting entries. 

• Ensure revenue and expenses are accurately recorded

•  Management and coordination of indirect and operational tax related activities if required

• Prepare information for group reporting purposes in line with the agreed scope and inclusive of financial statements notes. Maintaining a strong financial control environment including preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and controls

• Review procedures and recommend modifications to improve efficiency and effectiveness

• Ensure compliance with Group Policies and IFRS by monitoring and implementing necessary adjustments

• Provide technical support and advice on accounting treatments to ensure accurate financial reporting

• Coordinate and oversee internal and external audits to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

• Participate in the financial planning and management activities, including the budgeting and forecasting process

• Continuous improvement of processes and participation in improvement projects

• Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including the treasury, tax and finance operations team, and external stakeholders, including the external auditors

•  Review of monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, including accruals, prepaid, property, and inter-company accounts

• Setting up and maintaining the documentation around new processes built under own responsibility 

• Driving forward and supporting the closure of any internal and external ad hoc requests 

• Supporting the Group and European projects for the topics owned (i.e. remediation of Audit findings).

Who we’re looking for?

You’re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You’re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.

We don’t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let’s raise the bar together.

What you’ll need for this role
 

• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in finance role

• Educational background - finance and accounting

• Very good understanding of financial processes, financial statements and risks related to balance sheet positions

• Advanced MS Excel skills

• Accuracy, attention to detail and good analytical skills – the ability to seek and resolve daily financial and operational issues while focusing on addressing open issues independently and taking ownership to resolve matters

• You need to be a team player who likes to work in an international environment

• Excellent communication skills – the ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance colleagues and stakeholders as well auditors

• Experience in international environment / corporations will be an asset

• Self-motivation and organization – the ability to manage your own time and task list effectively

• Fluent English.

How you’ll grow

When you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job – we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we’ll support you all the way.

And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world’s best trading experience. We’d love to have you along for the ride.

The perks

It really is more than a job. We’ll recognize your talent and make sure that you can still have a life – at work, and outside of it. Networks, committees, awards, sports and social clubs, mentorships, volunteering opportunities, extra time off… the list goes on.

• Competitive salary

• Private medical cover for you and your family

• Life insurance

• Comprehensive global and local onboarding process – to the company and to your role

• Employee-led LGBTQ+, Women's, Black and Parents & Carers networks with annual budget for organizing events & projects that foster an open, diverse and inclusive culture

• 2 additional days off a year for voluntary work - 1 additional day off to celebrate your Birthday

Where you’ll work

We follow a hybrid working model; we reckon it’s the best of both worlds. This model also feeds into our secret ingredients for innovation: diversity, flexibility, and close connection.

Plus, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workforce with a lot of creative energy.

Ask our employees what their favorite thing is about working at IG, and you’ll hear an echo of ‘our culture’! That’s because you can come to work as your authentic self. The things that make you, you – like your ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, age, gender identity/expression or physical capacity – can bring a fresh perspective or new skill to our business.

That’s why we welcome people from various walks of life; and anyone who wants to help us realize our vision and strategy.

So, if you’re keen to connect with our values, and lead the charge on innovation, you know what to do.

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