U.S. GAAP consolidation accountant

Why work for us?
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it’s about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
Your responsibilities include the preparation and analysis of the U.S. GAAP Group consolidated financial results, as well as the readying and distribution of periodic financial statements and reports for either internal or external audiences. You will ensure that all reports and disclosures comply with applicable government regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies. Additional responsibilities include proactively addressing reporting and accounting data issues and recommending operational improvements to management.
This role offers significant exposure to U.S. GAAP consolidation accounting, regulatory reporting, subsidiary reporting, and financial reporting processes. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop advanced technical accounting and reporting expertise while building toward expanded responsibilities and future career progression within the Financial Reporting team.
Prepare the Group’s U.S. GAAP consolidated financial results in SAP Group Reporting for the parent company and global subsidiaries, including the review and analysis of consolidation entries and elimination adjustments, including investment, equity, dividend, and intercompany eliminations.
Prepare and submit various financial reports to upper management, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Assist with the preparation and review of other regulatory and statutory filings as needed.
Partner with external auditors in their audit/review of Group and certain subsidiary financial documents.
Report required financial information to the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of all reports and processes with adherence to SOX controls.
Carry out other duties as assigned.
What to expect when you join our firm
Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
Generous Holiday policies
Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to Wellhub
Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge
Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours
Must have skills
Two to three years experience in financial reporting, consolidation accounting, corporate accounting, or public accounting, preferably within a multinational organization required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
Strong accounting foundation with knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Superior analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to assess complex financial information, identify root causes of issues, and develop practical, well-supported solutions.
Exceptional organizational, time management, and prioritization skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple high-priority projects, competing deadlines, and ad hoc requests while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities, proactively follow up on issues, deliver high-quality work products, and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning, with a desire to develop deeper expertise in financial reporting, consolidation accounting, and technical accounting matters.
Strong business partnering skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and business teams to achieve reporting objectives.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong decision-making and professional judgment skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and resolve complex reporting issues in a timely manner.
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as a collaborative member of a high-performing team.
Nice to have skills
CPA designation preferred.
Asset management/financial services industry experience preferred.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP Group Reporting, or other enterprise consolidation and financial reporting systems preferred.