Job Title
Financial Accountant
Job Description
IG Group opportunity
Financial Accountant
So, who are we?
Hello, we’re IG Group. No, not Instagram – though we're a pretty big deal ourselves.
We’re a global, FTSE 250-listed company made up of a collection of progressive fintech brands in the world of
online trading and investing. The best part? We’ve snapped up many awards for our top-class platforms,
forward-thinking products, and incredible employee experiences.
We believe in financial freedom. And our purpose is to help ambitious people achieve it. Around 400,000
people use our groundbreaking technology and forward-thinking platforms to trade the financial products they
know and love.
Did we mention we have offices in 18 countries? Yes, when you join IG Group, you'll have the chance to work across
multiple brands, with people all over the world. Join us for an exciting future and let’s innovate together!
Your role in the Team
Accounting of individual entities according to IFRS, revenue and cost review and reconciliations, tax accounting in line with regulations, management analysis. Working closely with senior members of the wider finance department within IG Group local and overseas offices.
What you’ll do
Your job will include among others:
- Preparation of management and financial accounts, review, and oversight of the monthly results for group entities including
- Perform standard bookings and review
- Maintaining a strong financial control environment including preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and controls
- Intercompany reconciliation and bookings
- Management and coordination of indirect and operational tax related activities if required
- Continuous improvement of processes and participation in improvement projects
You’re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You’re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.
We don’t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let’s raise the bar together.
What you’ll need for this role
Requirements:
- Minimum 2-3 years of professional experience in accounting, incl. GL
- Educational background - finance and accounting
- Good understanding of financial processes
- Experience in international environment / corporations will be an asset
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Very good command of English
How you’ll grow
When you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job – we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we’ll support you all the way.
And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world’s best trading experience. We’d love to have you along for the ride.
The perks
It really is more than a job. We’ll recognize your talent and make sure that you can still have a life – at work, and outside of it. Networks, committees, awards, sports and social clubs, mentorship, volunteering opportunities, extra time off… the list goes on.
- Competitive salary
- Private medical cover for you and your family (Medicover)
- Multikafeteria system (you can choose multisport card, vouchers etc.)
- Life insurance (Generali)
- Comprehensive global and local onboarding process – to the company and to your role
- Unlimited access to Linked In Learning Platform
- Employee-led LGBTQ+, Women’s, Black and Parents & Carers networks with annual budget for organizing events & projects that foster an open, diverse and inclusive culture
- Option to participate and create ESG initiatives based on IG Brighter Future Fund
- Online stretching sessions
- Online wellbeing weeks
- Online social events
- Annual parties - summer picnic and Christmas Party and other social events
- Flexible working hours – depending on the role
- Flexible work arrangements – we work in hybrid working framework
- Home office equipment reimbursement
- 2 additional days off a year for voluntary work
1 additional day off to celebrate your Birthday
Where you’ll work
We follow a hybrid working model; we reckon it’s the best of both worlds. This model also feeds into our secret ingredients for innovation: diversity, flexibility, and close connection.
Plus, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workforce with a lot of creative energy.
Ask our employees what their favorite thing is about working at IG, and you’ll hear an echo of
‘our culture’! That’s because you can come to work as your authentic self. The things that make you, you – like your ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, age, gender identity/expression or physical capacity – can bring a fresh perspective or new skill to our business.
That’s why we welcome people from various walks of life; and anyone who wants to help us realize our vision and strategy.
So, if you’re keen to connect with our values, and lead the charge on innovation, you know what to do.
Apply now
Number of openings
1