Financial Reporting Accountant

1 Month ago • 1-2 Years • Account Management

Job Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Accountant for our Financial Reporting team to maintain the books and records for the firm’s European businesses and prepare monthly and annual financial statements. Responsibilities include preparing accounting reconciliations and financial schedules, collaborating with auditors, interpreting GAAP, and documenting accounting policies. The role also involves working with the Technology team to improve and automate processes. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years post-qualified experience
  • Experience preparing financial statements and reconciliations
  • Solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS
  • Organized with strong communication skills
  • Self-motivated to improve processes
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel
  • Fluent in English
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Familiarity with regulatory regimes
  • Experience with Workday (Financial Data Model)

Job Details

About the position

We are looking for a qualified Accountant to join our Financial Reporting team. You will primarily maintain the books and records for the firm’s European businesses and prepare our monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with accounting teams in the region and globally.

Additional responsibilities of the role will include:

  • Preparing or reviewing various accounting reconciliations and financial schedules that support the financial statements
  • Collaborating with outside auditors and advisors, interpreting GAAP,  and documenting accounting policies and internal controls
  • Working closely with other team members, including our accounting-specific Technology team, to improve and automate processes

At Jane Street, we always look for the best solutions to complex problems, and that extends to our accounting function. Our legal and regulatory environment is constantly shifting. The right candidate will be a self-starter who cares deeply about details and deadlines, and who can jump into our fast-paced work environment. 

About you

  • Have a bachelor’s degree
  • An ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role
  • Experienced with preparing financial statements and account reconciliations
  • Have a solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS; knowledge of U.S. GAAP is desired but not required
  • Organised with great communication skills; able to build strong collaborative relationships across various groups within the firm
  • Self-motivated to improve processes where possible
  • Have excellent time management skills; able to handle competing priorities and work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment
  • Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills; detail-oriented with a “can-do” attitude when resolving issues
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel
  • Preferably familiar with regulatory regimes
  • Experience with using Workday (Financial Data Model) is a plus
  • Fluent in English

If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to agency-partnerships@janestreet.com.

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