Staff Accountant

** Staff Accountant, International Corporate Accounting
** Are you a meticulous and driven accounting professional ready to shape financial integrity within a global powerhouse? Join CME Group's International Corporate Accounting team in Belfast, an integral part of our Global Finance function. This dynamic team is at the forefront of ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for our EMEA and APAC operations, impacting management accounts, statutory accounts, and regulatory submissions.

We're seeking a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for optimizing financial processes to contribute to our continued success.
** What You'll Get
*** A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
* Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
* A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
** What You'll Do
** Become a cornerstone of our financial operations, where your expertise directly impacts global reporting and strategic decisions.
* Orchestrate the precise and timely preparation of well-documented journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end and quarter-end close cycles.
* Scrutinize and validate journal entries, income statements, and balance sheets for assigned entities, ensuring unwavering accuracy and compliance.
* Deliver insightful and accurate monthly reports to management, upholding the highest standards of disclosure quality and adherence to CME Group documentation and Sarbanes-Oxley policies.
* Champion continuous improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing enhancements across end-to-end finance processes to optimize efficiency and strengthen controls.
* Bolster the successful completion of EMEA and APAC statutory audits, providing essential support and documentation.
* Contribute to the integrity of financial data, supporting internal controls and compliance frameworks.
** What You'll Bring
*** Actively pursuing a recognized accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Possess a 2.1 degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
* Demonstrate a strong aptitude for manipulating and analyzing large datasets with precision.
* Exhibit a solid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
* Showcase excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to accuracy.
** Company Benefits:
*** Bonus Programme
* Equity Programme
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
* Private Medical and Dental coverage
* Mental Health Benefit Programme
* Group Pension Plan
* Income Protection
* Life Assurance
* Cycle To Work
* EV Car Benefit Scheme
* Gym Membership
* Family Leave
* Education Assistance – MBA/Advanced Degree/Bachelor Degree
* Ongoing Employee Development Training/Certification
* Hybrid Working**#LI-Hybrid*
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