Who we are…
GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Formed in 2016, we bring together deep sector expertise, trusted data, and innovative solutions across 20+ industries. Today, we have over 3,500 colleagues globally, supporting more than 5,000 customers.
About the Role
This role supports the Financial Controller and plays a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
It’s a great opportunity to gain exposure to senior finance activities while contributing to a fast-growing, evolving business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
* Support preparation of group reporting packs, including consolidations
* Assist with year-end statutory accounts (IFRS/UK GAAP)
* Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data
Compliance & Regulatory
* Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and Companies House requirements
* Support tax filings with external advisors
* Act as a key contact for external auditors
Control Environment
* Maintain and improve financial controls and processes
* Perform balance sheet reconciliations
* Ensure compliance across finance functions (AP, AR, Treasury)
Operational Finance
* Support core finance processes (purchase ledger, credit control, cash)
* Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital monitoring
Projects & Improvement
* Support finance transformation and automation initiatives
* Assist with M&A integrations and restructuring activities
* Drive improvements in reporting accuracy and efficiency
Skills & Experience
* Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
* Audit background advantageous
* Strong financial reporting and accounting knowledge
* Experience with controls, compliance, and audit processes
* Strong Excel and financial systems skills
* Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability
* Able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Key Competencies
* High attention to accuracy and accountability
* Proactive approach to risk and control improvement
* Strong communication skills with non-finance stakeholders
* Continuous improvement mindset
* Collaborative and adaptable
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more.
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
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