Finance & Economy

Overview

Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards

You have:

• Relevant experience in all areas of consolidated financial statements, reporting under UK GAAP
• Relevant experience of working with US GAAP
• Relevant accounting qualification or relevant technical experience
• Experience in preparing statutory financial statements
• Audit experience is advantageous but not essential
• Strong communicator, confident and clear in presenting financial information to Institute stakeholders
• Ability to challenge others if you perceive a transaction/document/decision to be incorrect or damaging to the organization
• Proactively contribute to the implementation of best practice guidelines and methodology for Finance policies and processes
• Demonstrate discretion with sensitive information
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise against tight deadlines
• Comfortable with the demands of organisational growth at a pace and a varied and, at times, unpredictable workload
• Ability to deliver feedback to colleagues working globally, support colleague development and help shape the procedures of the Institute

We don’t just talk, we do. Lead the change with us.

At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.

We are a global team of nearly 800 changemakers, operating in more than 30 countries, across five continents. We are political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists and more. We speak more than 45 languages. We are working on over 100 projects, tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges. We’re all here at TBI to make a difference.

In a world of ever more complex challenges, we believe diversity of background and perspective is a strength. We pride ourselves on a culture that values and nurtures difference. We are dedicated to unlocking potential, not only for the countries we work in but also for each of our team members. No matter where you’re from or who you are, if you’re passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics, we invite you to build a better future with us.

Role Summary

We seek a highly skilled and motivated Financial Accountant to join our global company; you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards across multiple regions. Working closely with the finance team, you will contribute to preparing financial statements, analysing financial data, and supporting internal and external audit processes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, multinational environment. Your primary duties will include preparing financial statements, analyzing financial data, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards in both jurisdictions. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and a deep understanding of accounting principles and practices in both the US and the UK.

Please note, it is essential you have an existing right to work in the United Kingdom to apply for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring accuracy in audit preparation workings and Financial Statements for the Institute’s group accounts
• Supporting the audits and completion of financial statements for all Institute subsidiaries
• Managing the audit processes so that audits are completed on time and within budget
• Ensuring the Statutory Financial Statements are completed, audited, signed and filed by deadline
• Building rapport with all stakeholders, especially external auditors, so that information is shared effectively and collaboratively
• Assisting the production of the tax accounts as well as relevant tax returns in each jurisdiction and support with queries
• Ability to challenge others if you perceive a transaction/document/decision to be incorrect or damaging to the organisation
• Anticipate and mitigate any concerns or risks appropriately and escalate where necessary to senior management
• Proactively contribute to the implementation of best practice guidelines and methodology for Finance policies and processes
• Support the establishment of the Institute’s subsidiary companies in the Americas region
• Ad-hoc support to the Financial Controller

The above items are not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may be expected within the scope of the post.

Person Specification

The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change aims to equip political leaders and governments to build open, inclusive, and prosperous societies in an interconnected world. We do this by developing policies and advising governments.

The post holder will be able to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with various stakeholders globally. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and strong analytical skills, and ensure compliance and accounting standards along with best practice. You will also effectively manage your time to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines effectively deadlines.

Therefore, the successful candidate for the role should be able to display the majority of the following:

• Relevant experience in all areas of consolidated financial statements, reporting under UK GAAP
• Relevant experience of working with US GAAP
• Relevant accounting qualification or relevant technical experience
• Experience in preparing statutory financial statements
• Audit experience is advantageous but not essential
• Strong communicator, confident and clear in presenting financial information to Institute stakeholders, including the Senior Executive Team and Regional Managing Director
• Ability to challenge others if you perceive a transaction/document/decision to be incorrect or damaging to the organization
• Proactively contribute to the implementation of best practice guidelines and methodology for Finance policies and processes
• Demonstrate discretion with sensitive information
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise against tight deadlines
• Comfortable with the demands of organisational growth at a pace and a varied and, at times, unpredictable workload
• Ability to deliver feedback to colleagues working globally, support colleague development and help shape the procedures of the Institute

Closing Date:

2024-04-02

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