Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

Kraków

So, who are we?

Hello, we're IG Group. We are a publicly-traded FTSE250 FinTech company who run mobile, web and desktop platforms that help our clients trade stocks & shares, leveraged products, Futures & Options and Crypto.

We are ambitious. Over 340,000 people already use our platforms. We're global with offices in 18 countries and products in 16 regions. We're hungry to move faster, ship better product for our customers and grow our user base. We believe in high autonomy, and we want people who are looking to do things differently in order to create better experiences for our customers.

We work in cross-functional teams and are laser focused on increasing the number of active clients we serve to drive sustainable growth.

Your role in the Team

Accounting of individual entities according to IFRS, revenue and cost review and reconciliations, tax accounting in line with regulations, management analysis. Working closely with senior members of the wider finance department within IG Group local and overseas offices.

What you’ll do

Your job will include among others:

• Preparation of management and financial accounts, review, and oversight of the monthly results for group entities including
• Perform standard bookings and review
• Maintaining a strong financial control environment including preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and controls
• Intercompany reconciliation and bookings
• Management and coordination of indirect and operational tax related activities if required
• Continuous improvement of processes and participation in improvement projects

Who we’re looking for?

You’re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You’re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.

We don’t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let’s raise the bar together.

What you’ll need for this role

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in GL/RtR
• Educational background - finance and accounting
• Very good understanding of financial processes, financial statements and risks related to balance sheet positions
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Accuracy, attention to detail and good analytical skills – the ability to seek and resolve daily financial and operational issues while focusing on addressing open issues independently and taking ownership to resolve matters
• You need to be a team player who likes to work in an international environment
• Excellent communication skills – the ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance colleagues and stakeholders as well auditors
• Experience in international environment / corporations will be an asset
• Self-motivation and organization – the ability to manage your own time and task list effectively
• Fluent English
• Understanding of Polish GAAP and tax framework is an advantage
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) will be an advantage.

How you’ll grow

When you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job – we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we’ll support you all the way.

And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world’s best trading experience. We’d love to have you along for the ride.

How we work

We try to take a thoughtful approach to our ways of working as a company. We follow a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office -- which we think balances the need to collaborate effectively and connect with each other. When it comes to how we deliver, there are 5 things we want everyone to do to drive high performance, better learning and career satisfaction:

• Lead and Inspire: Drives trust, alignment, and enthusiasm
• Think Big: Focus on the problems that most impact commercial outcomes
• Champion the client: Understand and prioritise client's needs
• Deliver at pace: Push for fast, sustainable growth;
• Raise the bar: Take ownership, be accountable and share feedback

We believe that diversity is vital to success, it fuels creativity, drives innovation and sets us up for global success. We're committed to building teams with a variety of perspectives and skills to help us realise our vision and strategy, that's why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us on this journey. Learn more about our D&I approach here.

The Perks

Your growth fuels our success! Thrive with tailored development programs, mentoring opportunities with leaders, and clear career progression. Expand your network through committees, sports and social clubs. Enjoy extra time off for volunteering and community work.

• Competitive salary
• Private medical cover for you and your family (Medicover)
• Multikafeteria system (you can choose multisport card, vouchers etc.)
• Life insurance (Generali)
• Comprehensive global and local onboarding process – to the company and to your role
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning Platform
• Employee-led LGBTQ+, Women’s, Black and Parents & Carers networks with annual budget for organizing events & projects that foster an open, diverse and inclusive culture
• Option to participate and create ESG initiatives based on IG Brighter Future Fund
• Online stretching sessions
• Online wellbeing weeks
• Online social events
• Annual parties - summer picnic and Christmas Party and other social events
• Flexible working hours – depending on the role
• Flexible work arrangements – we work in hybrid working framework
• Home office equipment reimbursement
• 2 additional days off a year for voluntary work
• 1 additional day off to celebrate your Birthday 😊

Learn more about the Perks here!

Join us for this exciting journey. Apply now!