Supervisor - Accounting Operations

Company:MercerDescription:Supervisor - Accounting Operations - WithamWe have a great opportunity at Marsh & McLennan Companies for a highly capable Supervisor to join our business and support the continued growth of our Accounting Operations centre. Based in Witham, Essex, but part of a global team, the support this position provides will be vital in maintaining and developing the track record of success MMC has in ensuring all month-end and quarter-end deliverables are met.What's in it for you?We offer and embrace a hybrid working model that nurtures a collaborative working environment in the office 3 days per week allowing 2 days per week to be spent working on a remote basisCompetitive Benefits Package including: 25 days annual leave, up to 4 days of flexible bank holidays, excellent pension contributions, private medical cover, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance program, plus a range of flexible benefits including the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year, cycle to work, dental insurance, health assessments plus many moreWe will count on you to:Be a leader within the team to ensure a culture of high performanceEnsuring all queries are resolved, engaging with the wider business and other stakeholdersUndertake forward, strategic thinking always looking to exceed targets and expectationsTake responsibility for AO service delivery model ensuring SLAs and KPIs are metUndertake Perform and Grow conversations with direct reports to discuss performance, check in and collaborate on goal settingMonitor workload and projects of team members to ensure projects are aligned by resources, capacity and skills requiredDeliver internal and external audit requests within agreed timescalesMaintain proper account reconciliation in accordance with GAAP and (if applicable) statutory and regulatory reporting requirements in order to ensure control environment and the timely and accurate delivery of financial information to corporate accounting colleaguesIdentify areas for improvements and lead process improvement efforts ensuring compliance to Global ProcessCarry out Exception reporting and perform checks prior to issuingEnsure timely investigation and resolution of any exception itemsEnsure all month-end and quarter-end deliverables are metAssist with other ad-hoc tasks, projects and initiatives as requiredAssist with current and future accounting operation transitionsEnsure training needs for team members on and offshore are assessed and deliveredWhat you need to have:Proven experience as supervisor or relevant role within a similar shared services environmentEffective team player who can keep the team engaged whilst trying to improve the departmentExcellent communication/interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with both clients and colleagues in a fast moving professional team environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office Applications including advanced ExcelAbility to manage your work efficientlyAppreciation for the importance of timely, complete and accurate tasksCalm under pressureStrong financial and analytical skillsMeticulous eye for detailWhat makes you stand out:Previous experience within a similar environmentMarsh McLennanMarsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company's 76,000 colleagues advise clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue over $17 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh advises individual and commercial clients of all sizes on insurance broking and innovative risk management solutions. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and wellbeing for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit mmc.com, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter or subscribe to BRINK.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability/health condition to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at ##### to discuss any specific needs.
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