Senior Financial Accountant

Job Category: Accounting/Finance
Job Description:
Senior Financial Accountant
Location: Guernsey
Schedule: Monday to Friday 36.25 hours per week
Hybrid/On-Site
Vacancy type: Permanent
Intro:
The Senior Financial Accountant, Guernsey, Jersey and France will be responsible for supporting the Financial Controller with overseeing the financial operations of the entities across UK & Ireland for CSC, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective financial control, and compliance with all financial regulations. The Senior Financial Accountant will play a critical role in managing the financial operations for Guernsey, Jersey and France, by working closely with the Global Hub operational team to review and control the day to day financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments, including both onshore and Global Hub accounting team members.
The key responsibilities for the role are noted below and you will also be encouraged to undertake any such duties that are deemed a reasonable requirement, for example, participating in any relevant projects that are related to the role. In addition, you will be encouraged to participate in business and social events organised for management and staff.
Some of the things you will be doing:

Financial Reporting:

Work with the Financial Controller to ensure the accuracy of the financial results, including revenue, expenses and Balance Sheet items for all entities across Guernsey, Jersey and France.

Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and other regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Reporting:

Management of statutory audits for all entities across Guernsey, Jersey and France.

Tax filings

Accounting Operations:

Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.

Ensure account reconciliation, resolve discrepancies, and ensure all necessary adjustments are made.

Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Oversee journal entries, accruals, and allocations.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

Maintain effective internal control systems and procedures.

Ensure compliance with tax regulations and other financial laws and guidelines.

Financial Analysis:

Support the Head of Finance Operations, Financial Controller and Finance Business Partners by providing financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning.

Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and profitability.

Stakeholder Management:

Collaborate with other departments and teams across Finance and the Business, to support overall business objectives.

Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

System and Process Improvement:

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Ensure the financial systems are up-to-date and effectively utilized.

What technical skills, experience, and qualifications do you need:

Education:

ACCA, CIMA OR ACA Qualified

Business competencies and experience required:

Ideally Big 4 / Top 60 Practice trained prior to industry

Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience

Technically astute with Statutory Reporting and IFRS

Experience with SAP S4H preferable.

Experience with financial consolidation and multi-entity accounting

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to interpret large data sets.

High level of integrity and professionalism.

Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

A flexible self-starter who can adapt to organisational changes

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About Us:
CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®
Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.
CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.
CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit .
We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,
CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.
We encourage candidates to apply directly to our website and not through third-party sources.
Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
About the Team:
At CSC®, we’re always looking ahead, finding ways to improve and anticipate the future needs of our customers. Curiosity fuels our innovation and productivity drives our results. This proactive mindset has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 120 years.
CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose personal values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions to market to meet customer demand. That is why we are the premier provider of global solutions for more than 180,000 businesses.

CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.

We have been voted a Top Workplace every year since 2006.

We offer challenging work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.

Employees are eligible for success sharing, bonus, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.

CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as part of your Total Rewards that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and more.

As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid/remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.

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