Job Description

You will be primarily responsible for maintaining the general ledger, preparing journal entries and reconciling specific balance sheet accounts at month end. Our Accounting team offers plenty of opportunity to learn and gain a broad range of experience. 

• Complete month-end close processes in accordance with US GAAP
• Calculate and post accruals and prepayments for general and administrative costs as part of the month-end close for several entities
• Perform monthly reconciliations for accounts across multiple entities
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports
• Actively assist with the internal and external audits for several Ancestry entities, taking ownership of agreed areas and liaising directly with the auditors
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements
• Maintain and improve internal controls within accounting processes
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly payroll process for multiple ancestry entities
• Maintain fixed asset registers across all international entities
• Participate in special projects as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Newly qualified or ACCA (or equivalent) finals
• Solid accounting and technical skills (eg. FRS 102, IFRS, US GAAP, SOX)
• Ability to act independently, exercising independent decision making, and fulfilling responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• French language skills a plus
• Effective teamwork skills, ability to deal with others in a professional manner