De Beers Group of Companies Hiring for Senior Financial Accountant Job at London, England Full Time

Company Description
-As part of De Beers Group, we are The Home of Diamonds since 1888, bringing our pioneering diamond perfection to our clients through over 30 stores and a worldwide digital presence.

At De Beers Jewellers we are committed to guiding individuals on their personal journey of discovery. Harnessing nature’s finest work of art, De Beers Jewellers hand select the rarest natural diamonds, creating distinctive designs, each as unique as its wearer.

The key to success within our brand is an attitude of excellence, passion and delivering for our clients. We seek motivated, ambitious people who will thrive in an environment which fosters collaboration, inclusivity and creativity.

Job Description
-As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will be reporting into the Finance Manager, own the preparation of the year-end financial statement (in accordance with IFRS), oversee the month-end close, and manage the external audit. You will own the consolidated balance sheet and work closely with overseas finance teams to streamline finance processes. Key responsibilities include:

Financial reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of the monthly close for DBJ consolidation, including the close schedules for submission to DBJ’s shareholder.
• Review of results pre-close (vs budget/ trend analysis) to ensure accounts are accurate as well as other close reporting as required.
• Review of balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, fixed assets, prepayments, creditors, and accruals, to ensure that all accounts are adequately reconciled and that all aged items are resolved in a timely manner.
• Constant review and update of accounting policies in line with IFRS together. Ownership of revising group accounting policies and ensuring proper implementation globally.

You will also have responsibility of:

• Budget/forecast and Statutory reporting
• Internal controls
• Tax Compliance
• Stock and Treasury management
• Projects

• Qualifications
  -Minimum 3 years post-qualification related work experience in a retail business
• Minimum 3 years SAP experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Microsoft Office experience with excellent Excel skills (Pivot table, SUMIFS, and VLOOKUP standard is essential)

Additional Information
-Who we are:

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future.

Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others’ actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect .

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.