Cost Controller UKI - Controls and Accounting

About Experian

Experian is a global data and technology company powering opportunities worldwide. We leverage data, analytics, and software to redefine industries from financial services to healthcare. As a FTSE 100 company with 22,500 employees across 32 countries, we are committed to investing in people and advanced technologies.

About the Role

Join our UK&I Accounting and Controls team as a Cost Controller UKI. You will play a crucial role in building and maintaining a robust financial controls and governance framework within a fast-paced, regulated FTSE100 environment. This role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, ideal for a finance professional looking to expand their experience. You will report to the Director of Accounting and Controls.

What You Will Do

• Ensure effective capital deployment through capex forecasting, governance, and analysis (SPCs / PIRs / Athena).
• Coordinate reporting to the Experian Limited Board, including dividend and wind-down reserve calculations.
• Collaborate with senior partners across GFS, Payroll, Tax, Treasury, and Group Financial Reporting to achieve robust compliance and governance for an ICFR-compliant, FCA-regulated entity.
• Support the integrity of financial reporting across P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, capex, depreciation, and below EBIT items, including conducting balance sheet reviews and presenting to the Regional CFO.
• Ensure a smooth year-end close and efficient audit processes, with a specific focus on journals and intangibles.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• A qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with progressive post-qualified experience, ideally with a background from a Big 4 firm.
• Solid technical accounting skills with the ability to research and formulate sound conclusions.
• Proven ability to provide compelling recommendations and influence senior leaders (both finance and non-finance).
• Experience managing projects end-to-end, demonstrating strong results in organization and deadline management.
• Experience in simplifying and conveying complex issues clearly.

Additional Information

Benefits Package:

• Hybrid Working: 40% hybrid working model (office-based).
• Compensation: Great compensation package and discretionary bonus.
• Core Benefits: Includes pension, Bupa healthcare, Sharesave scheme, and more.
• Leave: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, and 3 volunteering days. Option to purchase additional annual leave.

Experian fosters a unique culture celebrating individuality, with a "people first" approach that prioritizes DEI, work-life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, and wellness. Our award-winning culture is recognized globally through accolades like World's Best Workplaces™ and Great Place To Work™.

Experian is a proud Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value innovation and a diverse workforce, ensuring everyone can succeed and bring their authentic selves to work. Please notify us of any accommodation needs due to a disability or special requirement.

Internal Grade: EB8/D

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