A job with Merlin isn’t like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don’t trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests’ experiences are the best they can be. 

We are hiring for a Assistant Accountant to join our Record to Report Finance team. This role will be based at our The Merlin Hub - Basingstoke office and reports into the Senior Accountant - R2R on a permanent basis. This is a hybrid role for those looking for more flexibility in their working week. 

You will be responsible for preparing monthly journals in collaboration with key business partners, ensuring the appropriate level of support. You will adhere to the Finance hub timetable, delivering accurate and timely month-end reporting across international legal entities. The role involves preparing month-end analysis and commentary for management reporting, as well as completing balance sheet reconciliations to facilitate reviews with Finance hub managers and business partners.

You will also maintain financial controls in accordance with group policies and procedures, and contribute to the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly flash reports following the centralised reporting strategy.

Other responsibilities include preparing statutory financial statements, assisting with information requests for tax return completion, supporting indirect tax, local tax, and ad hoc statistical reporting, and liaising with internal and external audit teams.

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• Experience working in a shared services role preferably within a similar operating model and size of organisation
• Part-qualified in early stages of ACA, ACCA or CIMA, with considerable experience within a finance role
• Experience of month end close process
• Experience of process improvements and standardising finance processes
• Evidence of building and maintaining strong relationships with key business stakeholders
• Proactive individual with experience working in a flexible and changing environment

We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects – ideal if you’re already fantastic and want to become even better (our magic can help here). Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, discretionary company bonus, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, an Enjoy the Ride pass which entitles you and 5 loved ones unlimited entry into your regional attractions, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO, plus lots more!

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at Recruitment@Merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.