Finance Associate - London, United Kingdom - Artisan Partners

Description

The Artisan Partners UK LLP Corporate Accounting team is responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, measurement and reporting of financial resources, regulatory reporting, tax reporting, and payroll.

As a Finance Associate, you will play a crucial role in the financial management and accounting functions, with a specific focus on accounts payable, expense management, and assisting with month-end close processes.

The UK Corporate Accounting team is a small team that offers much opportunity to be involved in diverse and unique finance related projects in support of a global asset management firm.

The Finance Associate role offers ample room for personal and professional growth for an individual who possesses a strong desire to learn and a keen interest in the investment industry.

Location:
London


Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable invoices and manage associated expenses
• Oversee the business fixed asset and lease systems
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations using the Blackline System
• Prepare and post monthly journals to record accruals/prepayments and other accounting entries
• Support the annual audit process
• Assist with payroll preparation and regulatory reporting
• Assist with management accounts for the Board and other key stakeholders
• Support Human Capital related matters such as benefit renewals and associate enrollment
• Prepare other adhoc reporting and work on finance and accounting projects as necessary

Qualifications:

• Partqualified accountant
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA
• Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or a business degree with demonstrated academic achievement
• Minimum two years of experience in financial services
• Familiarity with IFRS accounting principals
• Proficiency in MS Excel and a willingness to learn and use new systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain crossfunctional relationships
• Dedication to quality and accuracy and operate with a sense of ownership
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience with Workday and/or Blackline system (strongly preferred)

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Artisan Partners Limited Partnership is an equal opportunity employer.

Artisan Partners does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.