Financial Accountant

We are looking for a talented and driven individual to join our Finance team as a Financial Accountant. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role within a dynamic, high-performing environment, where strategic insight and technical excellence are not only valued, they are essential. As a key player in the heart of URW’s UK finance operations, you will lead the charge on statutory reporting and compliance for a number of statutory entities, while contributing to other broader corporate initiatives. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, partner with cross-functional teams, and be part of a forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Key objectives

Your mission will be to ensure robust statutory reporting and accounting compliance across URW’s UK and Jersey entities. This role is pivotal in maintaining financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across core processes.

What you will be doing…

• Prepare comprehensive audit packs by reviewing system-generated trial balances, preparing the P&L and balance sheet, validating opening balances, and reconciling all movements and year-end balances to supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Ensure all items are fully supported with audit evidence and that documentation is complete and ready for auditors.
• Production of statutory accounts for all UK entities, using our accounts production software, ensuring compliance with FRS 102, FRS 101 or IFRS as applicable, including liaising with corporate accountants, tax, legal and company secretarial departments, liaising with external auditors, ensuring all accounts are filed within the required timescales, statutory or otherwise, responsible for producing coordinated statutory accounts and tax filing, and compliance timetable.
• Prepare consolidated statutory accounts for subgroups as required, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of consolidated statements and all related disclosures in the financial statements.
• Lead the audit of statutory entities from end to end, overseeing the full audit cycle, including attending regular audit catch-ups, responding promptly to audit queries, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors, and liaising with corporate accountants to obtain and provide required audit support.
• Prepare iXBRL-compliant financial statements for submission to Companies House using the company’s accounts production software, ensuring accuracy and adherence to all statutory filing requirements.
• Post all statutory and audit adjustments in the accounting system following audit finalisation, ensuring that system records are fully aligned with the statutory financial statements and kept up to date.
• Technical assistance in relation to new accounting standards.
• Assistance with Corporate Finance projects, including restructuring, liquidations and formation of REITs.
• Accounts production system management and maintenance.
• Treasury assistance: all associated System Admin tasks (adding/deleting/amending of users/profiles/bank accounts); assisting users with access issues and set-up; assisting the Cashier with bank issues, etc.
• Build and maintain proficiency in the organisation’s ERP system (SAP S/4HANA), supporting module learning, system updates, and accurate financial reporting.
• Work with the Financial Reporting Manager to assist in creating purchase orders in SAP for the financial reporting area of the purchasing group.
• Other ad hoc projects relating to UK Group entities.

What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful?

• Qualified Chartered Accountant from a leading professional accounting firm, with strong technical knowledge of IFRS, FRS 101, and FRS 102.
• Working knowledge of Companies Act 2006 requirements, including audit thresholds, small-companies exemptions, and related statutory reporting obligations.
• Knowledge of accounting for non-standard entities, including Limited Partnerships, General Partners, Jersey Unit Trusts and UK REITs.
• Multi-entity consolidation experience is preferable.
• Experience in preparing statutory accounts using accounting software (OneSource is a strong advantage).
• Experience of working alongside the audit team and other members of the finance team, as well as the company secretarial team.
• Exposure to Group/Corporate restructuring is an advantage.
• To have worked in a similar fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Strong financial, analytical and system skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Who are we?

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Driven by our purpose to Reinvent Being Together, we are committed to accelerating urban regeneration and rethinking how we live together in cities. Today, 2,000 dedicated individuals are working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centres by creating innovative, engaging spaces that truly redefine community connections. Our flagship destinations are more than just places; they are the heartbeat of the community. We empower our employees to make a real impact through volunteering, DE&I programs, and leading ESG efforts. URW is at the forefront of experiential entertainment, constantly pushing boundaries to craft unforgettable in-person and digital experiences. By surprising and delighting our customers, we create magical moments and reinvent togetherness in every interaction. Within our Northern Europe Region - spanning the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and the UK - we own and manage eight exceptional assets. These include Westfield London, Westfield Stratford City, Westfield Mall of the Netherlands and Stadshart Amstelveen.

Why work for us:

We put people development and learning at the heart of what we do. We will help you master your role, build your technical skills, and take advantage of top-notch management and leadership programs. From face-to-face workshops to our global online learning resources, we encourage you to make learning a part of your daily routine. We offer a fantastic pension plan, bonus scheme, and plenty of other incentives. We also prioritise your health and wellbeing, training employees as mental health ambassadors to support and educate our team. Plus, you can sign up for medical and dental insurance, gym discounts, health check-ups, and more.

What Matters to Us:

At URW, our purpose is Reinvent Being Together, reimagining how people and communities connect, socialise, and experience dynamic moments in unique and meaningful ways. We are proud to promote equal opportunities and embrace diversity in profiles, experiences, and skills. At URW, we believe that diversity is the cornerstone of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that respects, values, celebrates, and leverages individual differences to their fullest potential. We evaluate each application with fairness and without discrimination based on disability, age, gender, origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics. Our commitment is to provide equal access to our services for everyone. If you require any adjustments for your interview, please let us know in advance, so we can support you accordingly. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and trustworthy working environment, we conduct comprehensive security checks on all employees prior to their start date. These checks may include identity verification, employment history, and criminal record screening, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Join us and be part of a team that is making a real difference in your local communities!