At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can.  Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge, that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being.

If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you.

Join us as a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant

Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to join our Financial Reporting Team. In this role you will prepare annual and semi-annual financial statements for investment funds registered in Ireland, Luxembourg, United States and Cayman Islands under different accounting standards (Irish GAAP, IFRS, Luxembourg GAAP, US GAAP). You will be playing a key role in the training and development of new team members, communicating directly with clients on a regular basis as well as liaising with fund auditors and coordinating the supply of information and responses to queries.

Some of your key responsibilities include:  

• Preparing annual and semi-annual financial statements of the investment funds.
• Performing special projects within Financial Reporting Department including standardization and workload optimization.
• Ensuring timely and accurate responses to any client queries.
• Communicating appropriately with the Financial Reporting Representative and Financial Reporting Supervisor with respect to all timetables and workflow, and communicating to the extent appropriate about all relevant matters with other department members within BBH.

Qualifications:

• Primary degree in accounting/finance related discipline.
• At least 3 years experience in financial reporting, accountancy or audit.
• Great numerical ability with good technical understanding of financial instruments including derivatives.
• Knowledge of accounting standards will be a huge asset.
• Professional accountancy qualification will be an asset (qualified or part qualified).
• Prior experience in investment funds industry will be an asset.
• Highly computer literate with strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Fluency in English essential.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can;
• Direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world;
• Opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm;
• A culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective;
• High-quality benefits program emphasizing  good health, financial security, and peace of mind;
• Rewarding  work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage;
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others.