Financial Reporting Accountant

The role

You will maintain books and records for the firm's European businesses. You will prepare monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with regional and global accounting teams.

What you will do

• Maintain books and records for the firm's European businesses
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements
• Prepare or review accounting reconciliations and financial schedules
• Collaborate with outside auditors and advisors
• Interpret GAAP and document accounting policies and internal controls
• Work with the accounting-specific Technology team to improve and automate processes

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role
• Experienced with preparing financial statements and account reconciliations
• Solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS
• Organised with great communication skills
• Self-motivated to improve processes
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Fluent in English

Nice to have

• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Familiar with regulatory regimes
• Experience with using Workday (Financial Data Model)

About the company

Jane Street looks for the best solutions to complex problems. The legal and regulatory environment is constantly shifting.