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Posted:
25.08.2025
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09.10.2025
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Job Description:
Position Description
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide accurate and timely recording, classification and reporting of accounting transactions. There will be an emphasis on reconciliations, SOX controls, reporting results and recording of routine and non-routine transactions.
This is a Financial Accountant role that will require an understanding of multiple international entities, matrix structures and statutory & SOX impacts. In addition, the role will require ad hoc analysis and reporting requests.
A LITTLE ABOUT ADP:
We are a global leader in HR technology, offering the latest AI and machine learning-enhanced payroll, tax, HR, benefits, and much more. We believe our peoplemake all the difference in cultivating an inclusive, down-to-earth culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We’ve received recognition as a global Best Places to Work and recipient of many prestigious awards for diversity, equity, and inclusion, including a DiversityInc Top 50 Company, Best CEO and company for women, LGBTQ+, and more. Learn more on our YouTube channel:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Take a key role in financial accounting for Business Management Software Limited and other UK managed ADP entities and all activities related to the month end close and promotion
* Responsible for regulatory compliances, VAT returns, preparation of SOX controls and liaison with tax authorities for Business Management Software Limited and assist Accounting Manager on other UK managed ADP entities
* Responsible for the Cash, bank, loans, Fixed assets and Intercompany & netting reconciliations across all UK Managed entities
* Perform Balance Sheet reconciliations to a high level with strong support and reasoning for auditors and for internal requirements
* Prepare and submit audit information to a professional standard for Business Management Software Limited and other UK Managed entities. Work with Accounting Director and Deputy Accounting Director on the statutory audits
* Prepare UK GAAP trial balance and reconcile financial statements for Business Management Software Limited and assist on accounts preparation for other UK managed ADP entities where required
* Play a key role in the ensuring the Financial accounting for UK managed entities complies with relevant accounting standards
* Build close working relationships with the rest of the UK Finance team and other key stakeholders including auditors and other external advisors
* Work across the organisation's matrix structure, providing support to those that need it and obtaining information when it is required
* Strive for continuous process improvements
* Other ad-hoc tasks as required by Accounting Director and Deputy Accounting Director
KEY DUTIES/TASKS:
* Play a key role in the annual audit & month end related tasks for Business Management Software Limited and other UK managed ADP entities
* Post journals based on well-prepared support and present such support for scrutiny to management and auditors
* Prepare sound balance sheet reconciliations and support for all UK Managed entities as required
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key members of staff and external advisors
KEY STAKEHOLDERS:
* Accounting Director and Deputy Accounting Director for UK, Ireland and South Africa
* Financial Accounting team
* Head of FP&A & Team
* UK CFO
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO HAVE:
Skills:
* Microsoft Office essential (Advanced Excel, Basic Word and PowerPoint)
* Comfortable with large amounts of data
* Experience with UK GAAP accounting (IFRS will also be considered)
* ERP Oracle and Hyperion Planning experience preferred
Education and Experience:
* Newly Qualified (ACA/ACCA) or Finalist Accountant would be considered
* Experience of an international corporate structure and matrix organisation preferred
WE WOULD ALSO LOVE YOU TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING CAPABILITIES:
Teamwork:
* Build and maintain strong working relationships
* Actively network across the business, contribute to cross functional teams
* Value delivering high quality service to internal & external clients
Communication:
* Communicate with tact & sensitivity, invite feedback
* Express facts in a clear and concise manner
* Recognise information required from others and inform them appropriately
Analytical & Problem Solving:
* Able to obtain unbiased information by effectively questioning and probing
* Use sound rationale for problem identification and decision making
* Go beyond the initial findings and take steps to check multiple data sources and interpret
* various types of data
* Consistently determine an accurate sequence of activities to achieve goals
* Proactively look for root causes and not just symptoms of problems
* Appropriately use metrics and understand the information's impact on decisions
Results Orientated:
* Strong sense of urgency about solving problems and completing tasks
* Able to embrace and adapt to change
* Prioritise, Self-manage and propose win-win solutions
Attention to Detail:
* Organised and able to track work progress against schedule
* Ensure appropriate documentation on methodology and assumptions is in place
* Scrutinise own work
* Follow up with others to ensure work is tracking according to plan
Interpersonal Skills:
* Take a partnership approach
* Responsive and aware of others
* Resilient
* Knows who to involve in a process or decision making exercise
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