Portfolio Accountant

Job Summary: Job Description: Modaxo is a global collective of technology companies that helps people move around their communities. With more than 50 companies representing 34 brands, Modaxo comprises 5,000 people, operating in 37 countries around the world, all focused on People Transportation. As an employer, we are committed to cultivating a friendly and exciting working environment, with huge emphasis on employee engagement. We can offer the sense of social community often associated with a small, local business; combined with the expected advantages of working for a far larger employer: great benefits; dedication to identifying talent; and persistent investment in staff development. Modaxo seeks to grow every business we own and the, further, to add several new acquisitions to the collective every year. We are a ‘buy & hold forever’ investor, meaning that our collective grows in scale, complexity and interest every year. “Modaxo’s expertise, global bench strength, and singular focus on People Transportation make it a great home for technology companies that share our vision to efficiently move the world’s people” – Bill Delaney, CEO, Modaxo. This newly-created role comes from growth and the need to build a Group Financial Reporting function at the Modaxo Global level. The role will report to the Portfolio Controller, based in the UK. Together with the rest of the Global team, you will  help in overseeing worldwide operations. We operate in a virtual environment and you will need to be able to travel to our Chippenham office once a week. The Role The Portfolio Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for the parent company, assisting in the preparation of 2 sets of consolidated financial statements, provide audit deliverables and supporting the Group Reporting to the ultimate parent company. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of accounting principles.   Areas of Responsibility: Closing the books Maintain general ledger accounts, calculate debt entries, accruals and prepayments and prepare and post journal entries for parent company prepare balance sheet reconciliations. provide cash to subsidiaries as and when requested Calculate transfer pricing and management fee adjustments and co-ordinate the posting of these Keep the reporting systems up to date with new cost centers and entities Assist with accounting entries required for major deals Other proactive projects, from time to time, that can enhance the Portfolio systems, processes or policies.   Assist in the development and improvement of accounting processes and systems. Observe intercompany matching positions throughout period end and help to find resolution for the out of balance items Group Reporting, Financial Statements and Audit Support monthly, quarterly, annual reporting and consolidation processes with focus on accurate and timely reporting (as part of a publicly…