Financial Accountant - Statutory Accounts

Return to search results Financial Accountant (Statutory Accounts) Region   EMEA Business Unit   Financial Advisory Location   London Job Description   Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives - they are central pillars of our employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward - and for careers to take flight.We are looking to hire a finance professional to fill the position of Financial Accountant on a temporary basis in our London office.  This will be a day rate contract.Financial Accountant - LondonWe’ll trust you to: Prepare the annual statutory financial statements and disclosures for Lazard & Co., Holdings Limited (consolidated) and its UK subsidiaries (standalone), as well as Lazard Asset Management (UK) Holdings Limited (consolidated) and its UK subsidiaries (standalone), utilising IRIS accounts production softwareEngage with external auditors throughout the course of the auditPerform iXBRL tagging of financial statements for tax return purposesPrepare the Financial Statements and accounting for the Lazard Samaritan FundPerform ad-hoc analysis for internal and external reporting purposesPerform ad hoc requests and project work when requiredYou’ll need to have:2 years+ post qualified ACA (or equivalent) experience with strong analytical skillsDemonstrable experience in the preparation of financial statements and statutory reportingKnowledge of UK GAAP (FRS102)PC literate with extensive familiarity of Microsoft Excel, WordExcellent interpersonal and communication skills – articulate and confident, including ability to effectively liaise with various senior stakeholders within the businessAbility to prioritise, meet tight deadlines and work under pressureAccuracy and a high attention to detailA high level of self-motivation, autonomy, and initiativeAbility to maintain high standards of professional and ethical conductNice to have but not essential:Experience using IRIS accounts production software or similarExperience of multi-currency accounting and consolidationsExperience using SAP general ledger and Analysis for OfficeWhat we offerWe strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career.Does this sound like you?Apply! We’ll get in touch on the next steps.Inclusion at LazardLazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.Our appreciation of diversity’s strength is ingrained in our multi-cultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for several decades.The ongoing cultivation of diversity and an inclusive, equitable culture are essential to our continued growth. We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees – regardless of socioeconomic status, race, color, nationality, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical abilities, veteran or military status – can maximize their individual potential and our collective success.#LI-HB1 #LAM  Closing Date   This opportunity is closed to applications.