Portfolio Accountant

Job Summary: Job Description:
Modaxo is a global collective of technology companies that helps people move around their communities. With more than 50 companies representing 34 brands, Modaxo comprises 5,000 people, operating in 37 countries around the world, all focused on People Transportation.
As an employer, we are committed to cultivating a friendly and exciting working environment, with huge emphasis on employee engagement. We can offer the sense of social community often associated with a small, local business; combined with the expected advantages of working for a far larger employer: great benefits; dedication to identifying talent; and persistent investment in staff development.
Modaxo seeks to grow every business we own and the, further, to add several new acquisitions to the collective every year. We are a ‘buy & hold forever’ investor, meaning that our collective grows in scale, complexity and interest every year.
“Modaxo’s expertise, global bench strength, and singular focus on People Transportation make it a great home for technology companies that share our vision to efficiently move the world’s people” – Bill Delaney, CEO, Modaxo.
This newly-created role comes from growth and the need to build a Group Financial Reporting function at the Modaxo Global level. The role will report to the Portfolio Controller, based in the UK. Together with the rest of the Global team, you will  help in overseeing worldwide operations. We operate in a virtual environment and you will need to be able to travel to our Chippenham office once a week.
The Role
The Portfolio Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for the parent company, assisting in the preparation of 2 sets of consolidated financial statements, provide audit deliverables and supporting the Group Reporting to the ultimate parent company. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of accounting principles.

Areas of Responsibility: Closing the books
Maintain general ledger accounts, calculate debt entries, accruals and prepayments and prepare and post journal entries for parent company
prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
provide cash to subsidiaries as and when requested
Calculate transfer pricing and management fee adjustments and co-ordinate the posting of these
Keep the reporting systems up to date with new cost centers and entities
Assist with accounting entries required for major deals
Other proactive projects, from time to time, that can enhance the Portfolio systems, processes or policies.
Assist in the development and improvement of accounting processes and systems.
Observe intercompany matching positions throughout period end and help to find resolution for the out of balance items
Group Reporting, Financial Statements and Audit
Support monthly, quarterly, annual reporting and consolidation processes with focus on accurate and timely reporting (as part of a publicly listed company).
Help prepare annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and interact with external auditors.
Combine quarterly group reporting deliverables from other portfolios to assist with consolidated processes
Prepare ad-hoc external statutory reporting including bank reporting
Technical support
This team will be an escalation point for technical IFRS accounting queries arising globally; therefore you will be involved in responding to these queries
Assist with technical reviews and guidance as and when required – namely revenue recognition checklists
Profile
The right candidate is a recently qualified accountant, potentially having worked for one of the Big 4 Audit firms and/or in a Head Office consolidation role, with a strong understanding of IFRS
Strong Audit experience essential
Excellent technical accounting skills, including acquisition accounting (we execute multiple acquisitions each year) and revenue recognition
Thrive in working with demanding deadlines and is very hands on
Strong Excel skills
Familiarity with consolidation tools and reconciliation tools is an advantage
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience with software companies is a plus.
About you
Enjoy a fast-changing environment, which provides great opportunities for future growth
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with an engaging personality, allowing you to clearly specify what you need and persuade a dispersed team to provide timely and high quality responses
High energy level and like to set high standards for yourself and the people around you
Motivated to seek new knowledge and enjoys continuous learning and knowledge sharing
Willing to go out of your way to help our Portfolio businesses
Positive, curious, humble and above all eager to learn and provide value to the finance community in the Portfolio
Flexible and adaptable with ability to work flexible hours across timezones where necessary
Always open, honest, reliable, and trustworthy
Practical
Occasional travel will be required. Estimate 1-2 x per year, for up to a week at a time and worldwide
Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings Available:
1