Job description

Business type

Types of Jobs - Finance / Accounting

Job title

12 Month Internship - Reporting Accountant M/F

Contract type

Internship/Trainee

Term (in months)

12 Months

Job summary

Join our team as a Reporting Accountant Intern, where you will have the opportunity to assist in various financial operations including internal and external financial reporting, budget forecasts, liquidity reporting, UK regulatory reporting and tax calculations. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organised, thrives under pressure, and possesses strong analytical and IT skills.

Key Responsibiltiies are but are not limited to:

Financial Reporting Responsibilities:

• Produce and control monthly financial statements.
  Conduct detailed cost analysis and provide commentaries
• Handle ad hoc analyses as requested by management in London and Paris
• Liaise with internal and external auditors as needed

Regulatory Reporting Responsibilities:

• Prepare and control monthly, quarterly, and annual returns for the Bank of England/FCA/PRA
• Produce capital adequacy and tax calculations
• Liaise with external advisers as appropriate

Project Work:

• Assist with IT platform projects and accounting projects for the Branch

Best Practice:

• Adhere strictly to internal policies and guidance.
  Maintain and update procedures for areas under responsibility
• Ensure controls are carried out, documented, and escalated to the manager when necessary.

Position location

Geographical area

Europe, United Kingdom

Candidate criteria

Minimal education level

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Academic qualification / Speciality

• Graduated within the past 18 months with a 2:1 or equivalent

Level of minimal experience

0-2 years

Experience
• Experience in accounting, financial control, or financial reporting is preferred

Required skills
• Competencies in detail orientation, troubleshooting, organisation, flexibility, motivation, teamwork, hard work, resilience, prioritisation, deadline adherence, and problem-solving

Technical skills required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products; knowledge of financial instruments and Microsoft Access is advantageous