Senior Accountant

Rank Interactive, the digital arm of the Rank Group plc, stands as a leading global digital gaming company fuelled by top-tier talent and technology. Recognised through iconic brands, our products and our people, we bring entertainment to millions of people worldwide on various devices daily.

Operating with a multi-branded strategy, we offer online entertainment, bingo and slot gaming, along with a social gaming mobile experience, using a mix of proprietary and licensed software.

With offices in the UK, Gibraltar, Malta, Barcelona, Mauritius, South Africa, and Israel and approximately 8,000 employees globally; we unite people and entertainment across diverse digital channels.

Joining our high-performing and inclusive culture, you'll instantly become part of a team supporting our customer-facing initiatives.

We are looking for a Senior Accountant who is a qualified accountant to join the finance team. This is a full-time post and would suit someone who is flexible and able to meet tight deadlines of various month end tasks. Accuracy, attention to detail, strong problem solving skills, and ability to work individually as well as part of a team are essential.

The management accounts team is a fast-paced, dynamic department covering full general ledger responsibilities for Rank Interactive. We are in the process of centralising and developing the financial control environment, and further expansion of the team and its responsibilities is underway, with the possibility of further centralisation of activity.

This is a great opportunity for the right individual to join our finance department and be a part of the change we are delivering within the Rank Group. You will report to the Head of Finance and work closely with our Finance Director.

Main Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Ensure accurate and timely month end reporting for the Shared Services business unit (BU), including:

• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial information
• Maintain clean general ledgers and sub-ledgers, ensuring balance sheet accounts are reconciled fully and reconciling items are addressed and cleared on a timely basis
• Assist in the review and update to the BU allocations based on discussions with department heads on a monthly basis
• Oversee the accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and collections
• Preparation of monthly budget vs actual financial analysis to be presented to BU department heads and management to support decision-making and strategic planning
• Conducting variance analysis to compare projected cost to actual figures and explain discrepancies
• Contribute to put in place cost control strategies
• Assist in the preparation of monthly cashflow forecasts
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial models, providing guidance to department heads and executives
• Support audits and tax filings, liaising with external accounting firms and regulatory bodies as required
• Provide financial guidance to department heads and executives, developing key performance indicators and tracking results to support business objectives
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, best practices and regulatory requirements, incorporating these into financial policies and procedures as required
• Assist on improving processes and systems
• Assess and review financial controls, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.) with a track record of delivering to timescales

A desire for continuous improvement around financial control and processes to ensure real value-add to the business.

Preferred, but not essential, an understanding of the commercial drivers of the Online Gaming industry ideally through experience of working in the Online Gaming sector or equivalent online industry

The ability to confidently engage with colleagues, internal and external, across the organization

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You’re probably wondering outside of a fun, exciting and varied role – what else do you get? You’ll get a fantastic salary combined with some leading benefits. Wellbeing@Rank is important to us too... From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly PepTalks, we’re here for you.

We’ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.

The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers. 

We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.