Support the Client Funds team during a critical migration project
Create detailed specifications for the new unified reconciliation process
Produce system architecture diagrams, process flowcharts, and user guides
Maintain accurate records of process changes and documentation
Collaborate with project stakeholders to establish timelines, milestones, and deliverables
Provide accounting expertise to inform system requirements and identify risks
Support UAT (User Acceptance Testing) activities, including test case development
Coordinate with technical teams and finance stakeholders to resolve issues
Contribute to project status reporting and escalation management
Process and validate large volumes of reconciliation data
Perform data cleansing, mapping, and transformation activities
Reconcile legacy system data to the new unified platform
Establish data quality controls and validation procedures
Review completed month-end reconciliations for accuracy
Verify all transactions are properly classified and reconciled before handover
Identify and investigate reconciliation variances, implementing corrective actions
Prepare handover documentation and training materials for the BAU team
Serve as subject matter expert during transition to ensure continuity of controls
Managing relationships across geographical locations with key stakeholders.

Qualified accountant with 3+ years of post-qualified experience in industry
Experience in Finance Projects or change/transformation initiatives is essential
Strong understanding of SOx and GAAP principles and the associated financial reporting requirements
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting ERP software (e.g. Oracle)
Ability to manage complex, multi-step reconciliation processes, with revenue to cash experience
Knowledge of payment processor systems and transaction flows
A working knowledge of EPM ARCS would be advantageous
Ability to analyse and draw conclusions from large volumes of data
Professional, combined with good time management, organisational and multi-tasking skills
High level of attention to detail and trustworthiness due to sensitive nature of customer information
Proactivity and innovation – capacity to take the initiative to identify improvements in process and assist management in implementation
Articulate, with the ability to communicate both within the team and to members of the wider business in a concise manner
Flexible, enjoying a frequently changing and fast paced environment.

Client Funds Accountant – ARCS

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