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Job Summary: Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of financial information and statutory financial statements, audit schedules to be used for various local statutory filing, tax compliance, and other statistical/regulatory reports Accountabilities: Manage the annual audit process and preparation of statutory accounts and ensure signing within the RELX-imposed deadline Enforce accounting regulations and recommend new procedures and continually identify process improvements Compile and review, do health check analyze financial information for Finance and other business functions Collaborate and work closely with colleagues within GFS (all processes) and business units, to improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of the tax accounting and reporting and statutory accounting Identify, articulate and communicate project and accounting operation risks to management, along with clear recommendations for resolution or mitigation Qualifications: A university degree in accounting or relevant professional qualifications At least 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience Strong knowledge of accounting and taxation principles Strong knowledge of Oracle R12 and Blackline High-level knowledge of the R2R, P2P, and CRR processes Intermediate skills in quality-checking balance sheet reconciliations Intermediate skills in performing analytical review of the company ledger Exposure in financial statements preparation is highly preferred Excellent organization and problem-solving skills in a high-volume and fast-paced environment Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively High degree of commitment to meet deadlines Pragmatic, hands-on, flexible & adaptable to change, self-starter Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong Microsoft Excel skills Ability to quickly learn and apply enterprise AI tools and technologies to support technical workflows and business objectives We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here . Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy . We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights .
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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