Management Accountant

Anglo American

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Company DescriptionLighting the way.You enjoy finding answers and helping diverse teams to plan and meet their goals. Good with numbers, you communicate easily at many levels, explaining complex ideas in simple ways.Come and be part of our team. We're shaping the future of a global business with an innovative mindset and a fascinating product.We're the world's leading diamond company - a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptionsIn return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.Job DescriptionAn integral part of the Corporate Functions Finance team, the Management Accountant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the timely and accurate completion of all internal and external reporting requirements while developing and maintaining robust and efficient controls to satisfy internal/external audit and regulatory requirements.The Management Accountant will support the DBUK Finance team, Group Finance, Compliance and Tax teams in various areas. It is therefore vital to form strong working relationships with stakeholders across the business. In addition the individual will take responsibility for the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and support any future projects in the DBUK/Corporate area.Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement the requirements of the De Beers Group reporting timetable for De Beers UK Limited and related UK corporate entities to ensure that all activities are completed within the set timelines including:
  • preparation and completion of month end reporting and CFO reports for submission in HFM (Group Consolidation system);
  • preparation of management accounts for De Beers UK Limited on a monthly basis;
  • ownership of balance sheet reconciliations including but not limited to prepayments, accruals, GR/IR, defined benefit pension fund and fixed assets;
  • preparation, input and completion of forecasts and annual budgets in Onestream and HFM, including income statement, balance sheet and cashflows;
  • completion of stat notes in HFM and Group templates at both interim and year end; and
  • completion of the long term strategic plan within HSF and ultimately Onestream
  • Responsible for managing intercompany confirmations for both month end reporting and forecast/budget reporting and ensuring that intercompany recharges are booked by the responsible individuals in the underlying ledger.
  • Monthly SAP requirements such as posting journals and running monthly reports as part of the month end process.
  • Manage the De Beers UK diamond inventory position.
  • Preparation of the Annual Financial Statements of De Beers UK Limited, De Beers Corporate Secretary Limited,The Diamond Trading Company Limited and De Beers Capital Southern Africa Limited.
  • Responsibility for impairment reviews on investments annually as part of the Corporate entities' financial statements process.
  • Being a key liaison with the external audit team for the De Beers UK corporate entities, specifically preparing relevant audit evidence and assistance with the external audit of De Beers UK Limited;
  • Working closely with Group Tax and external tax advisors to complete the De Beers UK corporate entities tax requirements, including completing the De Beers UK tax pack.
  • Responsible for performing the quarterly tax control framework procedures.
  • Responsible for maintaining and socialising De Beers UK Finance policies and procedures (with support of the Senior Finance Manager).
  • Responsible for the operation of controls for the bi-annual valuations of the defined benefit pension fund, whilst ensuring a strong internal control environment is maintained to satisfy Internal Audit and external regulatory requirements.
  • Responsibility for completing the Office for National Statistics (ONS) requirements as and when required.
  • Assisting with concur uploads, concur to HR data checks, processing of pension invoices/recharges and other ad hoc finance and admin tasks as required.
  • Responsibility for the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the De Beers UK corporate entities.
Qualifications
  • Qualified accountant (1-2 years PQE) from an auditing background in professional practice.
  • A relevant accounting qualification - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel and ideally with SAP, Onestream, HFM and FDM
  • The Job Holder has no supervisory responsibility for staff but will be required to liaise with internal and external stakeholders on a daily basis, and must therefore be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
  • The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent analytical skills, and will have the motivation and drive to be an integral part of process and system improvements
  • Technical accounting knowledge and experience of statutory reporting requirements.
Additional Information
  • A great working environment
  • The opportunity to develop your skills within a growing company
  • Staff discount
  • Fantastic pension scheme
  • We have 27 days of holiday with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days
  • Competitive salary
  • Exceptional benefits package
  • Employee share schemes and variable salary components
  • Your Choice membership discounts
  • Free gym on-site
  • Free breakfast and lunch at on-site staff restaurant
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.SafetySafety 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.Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)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. Referrals Referral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.Building ForeverSustainability is at the heart of our decision-making - it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers' trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.#LI-RS1

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