Sr. Executive, Financial Accounting and Control (Fixed Term)

Sr. Executive, Financial Accounting and Control (Fixed Term)

Position Summary:

The main responsibilities of this role will be preparing, developing, and analysing financial information so that the London Stock Exchange Group’s senior management can make well-informed decisions, leading to future stability, growth, and profitability. The role focuses on core accounting skills, working across different business divisions in order to support the whole organisation. The main responsibilities of this role will be accurate accounting and reporting in line with the accounting policies and procedures of the London Stock Exchange Group. The role focuses on core accounting skills and collaborating with stakeholders. The selected candidate for this role will be responsible in achieving organisational objectives for the function, KPI’s.

Role Responsibilities :

·       Perform accounting transactions in the general ledger and sub-ledgers, including collecting, recording, and verifying financial data.

·       Ownership of journal posting reconciliations and intercompany recharges.

·       Preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations and substantiations.

·       Work collaboratively in identification and support of continuous improvement activities.

·       Assistance may be required in the preparation of monthly or weekly financial reports.

·       Develop and utilize spreadsheets, databases, and other reports.

·       Effective interaction with the onshore stake holders.

·       Adherence to internal controls as per group policies and the financial control framework.

·       Work collaboratively in identification and support of continuous improvement activities.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

·       Pursuing/completion of a Finance degree

·       Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience.

·       Strong track record in processing core accounting transactions to ensure balances are correctly reflected in the general ledger. 

·       Hands on experience in Oracle Fusion/Oracle and Hyperion Financial Management systems preferred.

·       Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages. Specially in Excel. 

·       Excellent communication skills in oral & written English.

·       Be a lead proponent in driving a collaborative culture to working across finance.

·       Adaptable to working in a fast-changing environment to meet business priorities and deadlines.

·       Strong process orientation, with ability to design robust reporting frameworks.

·       Ability to build strong working relationships with global colleagues.

·       Maximise opportunities, i.e. challenge ways of working, adopt Group practices, seek and provide information and clarification.

·       Utilise all available resources and toolsets to investigate and resolve problems, to ensure the most appropriate solution is identified.

·       Accuracy and impeccable attention to detail.

·       Ability to work according to UK work hours.

At LSEG we embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage collaboration, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels driven to reach their potential.

We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise.

LSEG are committed to supporting emotional, physical, financial, and societal wellbeing. Our tailored benefits are a key part of this commitment, and we offer colleagues a range of support from healthcare and retirement planning to paid volunteering days and consumer discounts.

We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please make your recruiter aware, we want to ensure you perform at your best.

As a global organisation spanning 70 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with purposeful careers.

Please take a moment to read this privacy notice carefully, as it describes what personal information the 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.

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Career Stage:

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.

Experience Level

Executive Level