Senior Accountant

About the team:

The Finance and Operations Team at Capco is responsible for preparing, analysing, and advising on the financial status of the firm. We focus on operational excellence by ensuring accuracy and compliance with global financial rules and regulations. From concept to contract completion, our team works directly along-side senior leadership and stakeholders to yield a high-performance business by mitigating risks and increasing profits.

We work in a fast-paced environment where we challenge and support one another. Individuality and ideation are encouraged. Our team strives for to be the trusted financial advisors to the firm.

About the Job: 

Capco is looking for a Finance Specialist who will provide direct support for the financial activities of the region. This person will help manage the financial controls and internal reporting needs and focuses on achieving increased profitability for the Region. This individual is also responsible for assisting in analytical support including advanced Excel modelling, KPI reporting and operational process improvement.

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Record financial transactions as part of month-end and year-end close processes
• Review and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank statements
• Assist in preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements, management reporting packages, and forecasts
• Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns and other regulatory reports
• Support internal and external audit requests, acting as a key point of contact for auditors
• Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and internal controls
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential areas for cost savings or process improvement
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial information and support their goals and objectives

What You’ll Bring with You:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 
• 5+ years of work experience as an Accountant, Financial Analyst, or similar role 
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) 
• Experience with internal controls and audits
• Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication, organization, and attention to detail
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP)
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• MBA and/or CPA preferred
• Professional Services industry experience preferred
• Tax filing experience (income tax and sales tax) preferred

Why Capco? 

A career at Capco is a chance to help reshape the competitive landscape in financial services.  We launch new banks, transform existing ones, and help our clients navigate complex change.  As consultants, we work on the front-end business design all the way through to technology implementation.

We are the largest Financial Services focused consultancy in the world, serving everyone from global banks to emerging FinTechs, from strategy through digital transformation, design, business consulting, data and analytics, cyber, cloud, technology architecture, and engineering.

Capco is a young and growing firm. We maintain an entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset and have minimal bureaucracy. We have no internal silos that get in the way of your career opportunities or ability to focus on our clients and make a difference to the business.  We offer the opportunity for everyone to learn rapidly, take on tough challenges, and get promoted quickly. We take pride in our creative, collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture, where everyone can #BYAW.

We offer highly competitive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and a work culture focused on innovation and creation of lasting value for our clients and employees. 

Ready to take the Next Step 

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.  This is an opportunity to make a difference and contribute to a highly successful company with a significant growth trajectory.