Role at a glance
- Job function
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Accounting, Tax & Corporate Finance Accounting
- Salary
- Not Disclosed
- Location
- London, England, United Kingdom
- Experience
- An ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role
- Education
- Have a bachelor’s degree
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Role Summary
The Accountant joins the Financial Reporting team and maintains the books and records for the firm’s European businesses. The role prepares monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with accounting teams in the region and globally.
What You'll Do
- Prepare or review accounting reconciliations and financial schedules supporting the financial statements.
- Collaborate with outside auditors and advisors, interpret GAAP, and document accounting policies and internal controls.
- Work with team members, including the accounting-specific Technology team, to improve and automate processes.
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View full postingQualifications
A bachelor’s degree and an ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified accounting experience are required. The candidate should have experience preparing financial statements and account reconciliations, a solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS, proficiency with Microsoft Excel, and fluency in English. The posting also calls for strong communication, collaboration, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
Preferred
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP is desired but not required.
- Preferably familiar with regulatory regimes.
- Experience with using Workday (Financial Data Model) is a plus.
Original job description
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About the position
We are looking for a qualified Accountant to join our Financial Reporting team. You will primarily maintain the books and records for the firm’s European businesses and prepare our monthly and annual financial statements in conjunction with accounting teams in the region and globally.
Additional responsibilities of the role will include:
- Preparing or reviewing various accounting reconciliations and financial schedules that support the financial statements
- Collaborating with outside auditors and advisors, interpreting GAAP, and documenting accounting policies and internal controls
- Working closely with other team members, including our accounting-specific Technology team, to improve and automate processes
At Jane Street, we always look for the best solutions to complex problems, and that extends to our accounting function. Our legal and regulatory environment is constantly shifting. The right candidate will be a self-starter who cares deeply about details and deadlines, and who can jump into our fast-paced work environment.
About you
- Have a bachelor’s degree
- An ACA or equivalent with 1-2 years of post-qualified experience in an accounting role
- Experienced with preparing financial statements and account reconciliations
- Have a solid understanding of FRS 102 and/or IFRS; knowledge of U.S. GAAP is desired but not required
- Organised with great communication skills; able to build strong collaborative relationships across various groups within the firm
- Self-motivated to improve processes where possible
- Have excellent time management skills; able to handle competing priorities and work effectively in a challenging, fast-paced environment
- Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills; detail-oriented with a “can-do” attitude when resolving issues
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel
- Preferably familiar with regulatory regimes
- Experience with using Workday (Financial Data Model) is a plus
- Fluent in English
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About the company
Jane Street
Large Enterprise
Jane Street is a global trading firm that specializes in quantitative and algorithmic trading across various asset classes, including equities, options, and fixed income. Founded in 2000, the company leverages advanced technology and data analytics to drive its trading strategies while maintaining a strong commitment to risk management and collaboration. Known for its dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment, Jane Street also places a high value on continuous learning and professional development, making it an attractive workplace for individuals interested in finance, mathematics, and computer science.