Accountant 2
Iqvia•12h ago
United KingdomOnsiteFull-timeMid Level3+ yrs exp
Top focus
Accountant
Job Overview: As an Accountant 2 within IQVIA's EMEA General Accounting Team you will deliver high-impact accounting services across multiple EMEA entities ensuring timely accurate and fully compliant financial reporting in line with IQVIA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) US/UK GAAP SOX requirements and local statutory regulations.
This role plays a critical part in the financial close process safeguarding the integrity of both the balance sheet and profit and loss while strengthening a robust control environment within a fast-paced highly international organization
Responsibilities
- Support month-end close processes for multiple legal entities within Europe ensuring deadlines are met.
- Prepare and post journal entries (Opex/Capex) with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Maintain the integrity of general ledger accounts (P&L and Balance Sheet).
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations in BlackLine in line with corporate standards investigating and resolving reconciling items.
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies procedures and internal controls.
- Support preparation of monthly reporting including commentary on key movements.
- Support internal and external audits including preparation of supporting schedules and documentation.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls.
- Support standardization of accounting processes and documentation.
- Take ownership of learning and mastering ERP systems (e.g.
- PeopleSoft SAP BlackLine) and internal procedures to become a knowledgeable and efficient system user supporting high-quality financial processes.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders across multiple regions.
- Collaborate with global finance teams and cross-functional partners
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Finance or related discipline (required).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar accounting role (required).
- Part-qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / AAT finalist level preferred).
- Experience working within a large complex or multinational organization (preferred).
- Strong understanding of double-entry accounting principles and general ledger.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to high-quality outputs and continuous improvement.
- Proactive self-starter mindset with strong ownership of responsibilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to team success.
- Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
- Experience working in a diverse international environment.
- Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
- IQVIA Overview: IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.
- Our work accelerates the development and commercialization of medical treatments that improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
- IQVIA’s global team of 88000+ professionals spans more than 100 countries supporting clinical research at every scale.
- As the world’s largest clinical trial site network and CRA footprint we empower our clinical teams to work confidently collaboratively and globally.
- IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries.
- We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
- Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud.
- All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete.
- Any false statements, misrepresentations
- material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application
- termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law.
- We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Required skills
AccountingGAAPSOXBlackLinePeopleSoftSAP