Assistant Financial Reporting Manager chez Corpay

Your role

What you'll be doing

What We Need

Corpay Cross-Border is seeking a Senior Financial Reporting & Audit Specialist to join our Finance team in London. In this role, you will lead external audit engagements, prepare consolidated financial statements, and ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and FRS 102 standards. You’ll report to the Finance Manager and collaborate closely with internal teams, external auditors, and key stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely financial reporting.

How We Work

As a Senior Financial Reporting & Audit Specialist, you will thrive in a hybrid environment, splitting your time between our London office and remote work. Corpay Cross-Border will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned desk in our London office
• Formal, hands-on onboarding and ongoing training

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple external audit engagements, serving as the primary contact for auditors and ensuring the timely completion of deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve audit queries and provide required documentation.
• Research and analyze US GAAP vs. IFRS or US GAAP vs. FRS 102 differences for key accounting topics and prepare journal entries for statutory reporting.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards and company policies.
• Prepare and review consolidation workings, including adjustments and eliminations for group reporting.
• Support the month-end close process, including reviewing derivatives netting and ensuring accuracy of month-end templates.
• Assist in implementing process improvements for financial reporting and consolidation activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls related to financial reporting.
• Draft technical accounting papers and perform accounting assessments for non-routine transactions such as acquisitions, restructurings, and complex financial instruments.
• Provide support for the regulatory daily process (e.g., segregation) in case of a team member's absence.
• Assist with ad hoc financial tasks as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification preferred (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA).

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in audit and financial reporting, ideally within a Big Four accounting firm or a large multinational corporation.
• Proven track record in consolidation and financial statement preparation.
• Financial industry experience is an advantage.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and FRS 102 accounting standards.
• Ability to prepare and analyze complex accounting documentation.
• Experience managing audits and resolving auditor queries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills (complex functions).

Attributes

• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Holiday entitlement: 25 days per annum + 8 bank holidays
• Additional leave: Option to buy or sell 5 days annually during benefits enrolment
• Pension: Minimum 3% employee contribution with up to 5% employer match
• Private Medical Insurance: Vitality plan with zero excess (we cover the £250 excess charge)
• Flexible discounts and savings through our benefits portal (e.g., 4–5% at major supermarkets)
• Free, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses

Our Company & Purpose

Corpay is a global technology organization leading the future of commercial payments. Backed by FLEETCOR Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FLT), a Fortune 1000 & S&P 500 company, we power smarter ways for businesses to pay fuel, general payables, tolls, lodging, and more. Millions of users in over 80 countries rely on our solutions for fast, secure, and compliant payments.
We embrace five core values—integrity, collaboration, innovation, execution, and people—to foster career development, wellness, and community engagement. Corpay is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
Equal Opportunity Employer Corpay provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, local, or state law.

About Corpay

Corpay is a global technology organisation that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.

All offers of employment made by Corpay (and its subsidiary companies) are subject to the successful completion of satisfactory pre-employment vetting by an independent supplier (Experian). This is in accordance with Corpay's Resourcing Policy and include employment referencing, identity, adverse financial, criminal and sanctions list checks. We do this to meet our legal and regulatory requirements.

Corpay is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture among our employees. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. We seek to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunities.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Corpay will not accept unsolicited CV's from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Corpay employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Corpay. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.