Technical Accountant

Overview

A global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely and responsibly. Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.

We are recruiting for a skilled and motivated Technical Accountant to join our highly skilled Technical Accounting Team. The team plays a pivotal role in delivering expert accounting advice and support to Treasury clients across the UK. In this role, you will require accounting expertise and knowledge gained in local government finance to provide authoritative guidance on the interpretation and compliance of sector specific financial regulations and standards.

Your skills will directly support accurate financial reporting, effective policy implementation and informed strategic decision-making. The role offers the flexibility of hybrid working, with a base in one of our stunning offices in either London or Leeds, providing an excellent balance between colleague collaboration and personal wellbeing. You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in MUFG Pension & Market Services.

You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple teams and countries. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that.

26 days annual leave, plus a wellbeing day, a volunteer day, bank holidays and the opportunity to buy up to 5 days’ extra each year.

Health, wellbeing and lifestyle rewards tailored to support you and your family. These include an Employee Assistance Programme, discounts on retail and socialising, travel and technology, cycle2work scheme, a host of gym and fitness subscriptions, car salary sacrifice scheme.

Company Pension Scheme

Medical insurance

Life Assurance

Paid maternity, paternity, adoption leave and shared parental leave.

• Proven technical accounting / treasury experience gained in Local Government.
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPFA qualified;
  Part Qualified and currently studying towards the final level of one of the recognised professional accounting bodies considered.
• Demonstrable technical capability as a driven finance professional, with the ability to deliver to a high standard.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to translate technical concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
• Professional demeanour, excellent time management, ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Commitment to exemplary client service delivery.
• Outstanding written skills with high competency in English, ability to explain complex financial information.
• Flexibility, with ability to travel to client engagements if required.

• Assist in the delivery of technical accounting services to support the treasury team and the technical accounting team engagements for clients.
• Assist in the delivery of consultancy-based work as defined in client specifications, to provide technical accounting advice on the CIPFA Code of Practice, Prudential and Treasury Management Code and Statutory Regulations as required.
• Understand and clearly present complex financial information whilst remaining actively focused to achieve business plan targets.
• Maintain regular contact with Team / Line Manager / CRM’s to manage client expectations, ensuring client satisfaction and report progress both internally and externally.
• Prepare training material for client events such as slides and handout packs for fee paying and non-fee-paying events which have technical accounting content.
• Assist with research and development of technical accounting changes and support of consultation responses.
• Present training in team workshops / seminars on areas such as technical accounting changes or the introduction to treasury events, with appropriate support and training where required.

The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting / Auditing

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