Accounting Associate

We’re looking for an experienced Accounting Associate to join us here at GWI. Not just any  Accounting Associate though. Someone ambitious and genuine, who works best in the midst of a collaborative and forward-thinking team. That’s because as a GWIer you’ll be immersed in the fast-moving world of data tech.  We think big to make an impact, we’re not afraid to ask why, and we always show respect.  Those values are what got us where we are today, and they’re a big part of what we’re looking for in you.

Reporting to the Head of Finance based in London, the Accounting Associate will be responsible for month-end and year-end tasks, payroll authorisation and tax reporting. Working closely with senior management, they will be required to produce and analyse key Company financial data, as well as to contribute to improving finance processes. As the sole finance representative in the US, this is a fantastic opportunity for anyone wanting to embrace the exciting growth phase GWI is undergoing.

• Prepare all accounting entries and reporting for the US based entities, including month end close (payroll, prepayment, accruals, amortisation, and depreciation)
• Review of intercompany transactions and ensure the correct application of transfer pricing agreements 
• Assist AP and AR teams on coding queries
• Review management accounts variance to budget
• Provide insights on the financial health of the organisation
• Assist with annual audit for the US entities
• Work with the Head of Tax based in London and external advisers to ensure all US entities are fully compliant with all US rules and regulations with a focus on Sales tax, Nexus and State and Federal tax returns 
• Liaise closely with banking and payroll services
• Authorisation of payroll payments 
• Review and authorisation of US payments, within certain limits
• Assist with cash flow management
• Monitor the day-to-day financial operations of the entity and be the key Finance contact for all US employees     
• Assist on internal project to migrate invoicing to the US entity, including dealing with contract adjustments
• Work with the Legal team to ensure CoSec compliance in the US
• Contribute to improvement in overall financial control in the business and assist in the implementation of new billing system
• Other ad hoc duties as required by management

First things first, as a disruptor in the global market research industry, we haven’t come this far without entrepreneurial spirit and a get-up-and-go attitude. So if you think we’ll see that in you, then you’re already halfway there. Here’s the rest of what we’d like you to bring to the table.

• Qualified accountant (CPA or similar preferred)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Advanced Excel skills with PivotTables, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and Data Tables
• Working knowledge of SAP Business One would be an advantage

• Excellent time-management, communication, organisational and multi tasks skills, you’ll be exposed to a variety of workloads 
• Proactive mindset and problem-solving skills, process improvements continue to be one of the Finance’s and Company’s core objectives. Your contribution will be fundamental
• Ability to work under pressure, as the Company keeps growing rapidly, remaining calm while keeping meticulous attention to detail will be essential to succeed in this role
• Self-motivated and independent, as the manager and finance leadership team are based in the London office
• Strong interpersonal and team bonding skills, to contribute to GWI values and team culture

Great benefits make a big difference. Not just to employees, but to the whole vibe of a business. That’s why when you work for us, you’ll enjoy a full spectrum of generous perks, rewards and office benefits - all in line with Covid-19 guidelines of course.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• 23 PTO days and an extra duvet day for a time when you really need it
• Flexitime and a great work-life balance (don’t just take our word, check out Glassdoor!) 
• Allocated shares according to GWI’s share scheme 
• A range of discounts and freebies
• LinkedIn Learning and ongoing Learning and Development opportunities
• Health insurance at only a $1 a month, plus dental and vision insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Automatic 401k enrollment
• A well-stocked kitchen and breakfast options galore (some healthy, some not so healthy) - should you wish to attend our offices, while observing Covid-19 guidelines
• Holiday and summer parties, trivia nights, happy hour drinks and more
• Early finishes on Friday

GWI was founded with the knowledge that understanding your audience is really important for business. When you know who you’re speaking to and why, you can create content and campaigns that stand out to the people that matter.

Through our global online survey, we gather data on the behaviour and perceptions of consumers across the world. This provides businesses with deep, actionable insights on their audience, revealed from data they trust.

It’s been going well, too. Since launching in 2009, we’ve become one of the UK’s fastest growing target audience companies. We’re not about to stop growing any time soon. As a business, we’re on a mission to re-engineer data-driven marketing, and we’re on the lookout for talented people to join us.

Imagine if our data came from just one kind of person. We’d get a very nuanced view of the world. And we definitely wouldn’t have got off the ground as a business.

Although things certainly aren’t perfect, we live in a society where differences are increasingly celebrated – so we’d expect nothing else from our teams.  In fact, the GWI office is as diverse as our global data, it’s really important to us that it stays that way.  This is a place to feel at home, express yourself freely and make your mark.

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