Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition by creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the UK. Within our construct business, we combine leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

As a General Ledger Accountant, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the General Ledger (GL) within Oracle, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and timely. You will perform ongoing analysis of the GL to maintain data integrity and support effective financial control.

Your key responsibilities will include supporting the month-end close process, preparing and posting journals, reviewing and resolving transaction issues, owning reconciliation processes to ensure balance sheet integrity, managing intercompany accounting, supporting Create Accounting processes, maintaining data accuracy, and assisting with financial reporting and analysis. You will build effective relationships with internal stakeholders to resolve queries and improve processes. Additionally, you will support the Assistant General Ledger and Finance Manager with payroll accounting activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives including ARCS BAU activities.

Our values shape the way we work: Safety first - going home safe and well; Client focus - delivering on our promise; Integrity - always doing the right thing; and Creating opportunity for our people to excel. Mace is an inclusive employer welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds. Even if you do not meet all criteria, we encourage you to apply as you may be the best fit for this or other roles within our organisation.

Experience
Finalist or qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, building trusting and respectful relationships.
Experience in financial data analysis and reconciliation processes is desirable.

About you
Strong communication skills with clear, concise written and verbal abilities.
Good judgement with the ability to make decisions and escalate issues appropriately.
Adaptable and able to react well to changing priorities and requirements.
Inclusive and respectful, treating all individuals fairly and consistently.
Proactive ownership to identify, solve, and overcome challenges.
Reliable and committed to delivering on commitments and leading by example.
Data-driven decision maker who works systematically, methodically, and in an organised manner.
Eager to learn and share knowledge.
Professional and courteous in all interactions.
Team player with strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications
Finalist or qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA certification is required.