Corporate Reporting Accountant at Ada

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Retail, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant
  • Confidence liaising with people at all levels
  • Able to quickly prioritise and make decisions
  • Commitment to developing and stretching your own skills
  • Great analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to think laterally and challenge the status quo
  • Experience using digital tools such as Alteryx and Tableau (advantageous but not essential)

Responsibilities

  • Act as Financial Controller for part of the Asda business
  • Manage the accurate and timely production of financial information for internal/external reporting, including compliance with group accounting policies and procedures
  • Manage the related financial control environment
  • Review financial performance on a monthly basis with Commercial Finance customers including clear articulation of variances to plan/forecast
  • Maintain an awareness of risk management issues across the Asda business
  • Lead cross functional projects to enhance the control environment
  • Use large volumes of data to continually refine and improve understanding of the numbers and evolve financial control
  • Work with business partners and Commercial Finance teams on new business initiatives to ensure financial reporting impact is understood and financial controls are robust
  • Review of month-end balance sheet reconciliations
  • Deliver process improvement within the team, looking for opportunities to make processes more efficient

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial ReportingAccountingFinancial ControlsVariance AnalysisRisk ManagementGroup Accounting PoliciesFinancial PlanningData AnalysisCross Functional ProjectsLeadershipCommunicationInfluencing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Corporate Reporting Accountant role?

The role offers a competitive salary plus benefits.

Is this a remote position, or do I need to work in the office?

Asda has a hybrid way of working with a minimum of 3 days a week in one of our Home Offices, and there may be additional requirements for more office days depending on the area.

What qualifications and skills are required for this accountant position?

You must be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with confidence liaising with people at all levels, ability to prioritize and make decisions, great analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience using digital tools such as Alteryx and Tableau is advantageous.

What is the company culture like at Asda?

Asda's culture is resilient, energetic, and exceptionally fast-paced, focused on seeing challenges where others see problems.

What makes a strong candidate for this Corporate Reporting Accountant role?

A strong candidate will be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with skills in technical accounting, coaching, communication, influencing, leadership, prioritisation, analytical thinking, and the personality to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Ada

Automates customer service with AI chatbots

About Ada

Ada provides automated customer experience solutions through AI-powered chatbots that help businesses streamline customer service tasks. The platform operates on a subscription model, allowing companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve customer satisfaction while reducing costs. Ada differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting and managed services, backed by strong venture capital support. The company's goal is to transform customer service management by enhancing efficiency and engagement through automation.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$185.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Emerging AI chatbot startups pose a threat to Ada's market share.
Rapid AI advancements require continuous updates, straining Ada's resources.
Data privacy regulations could increase compliance costs for Ada.

Differentiation

Ada specializes in AI-driven chatbots for automated customer experience solutions.
The company offers a subscription-based model ensuring steady revenue and client engagement.
Ada provides consulting, development, and managed services to enhance customer support operations.

Upsides

Ada raised $130M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnerships with platforms like Zendesk enhance Ada's integration capabilities.
Growing demand for AI solutions supports Ada's market expansion and client acquisition.

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