General Ledger Accountant II

Applied Intuition Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance technology firm is seeking a General Ledger Accountant II to join their Finance team in the UK. In this role, you will play a crucial role in the monthly closing process, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and help drive efficiencies within the finance operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with relevant experience in public accounting or in a high-growth setting. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, as is proficiency in tools like NetSuite and Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible paid time off

Comprehensive benefit plans

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in a high‑growth, publicly traded company preferred.
• Beginner to Intermediate knowledge of US GAAP and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Assist in month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries.
• Perform monthly analytics for financial statements.
• Coordinate and support statutory compliance and audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

gSuite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

FloQast

Job description

At Braze, we have found our people. We’re a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew.

We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing teamwork, and creating work-life harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity – inside and outside our organization.

To flourish here, you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you. There is always a way to contribute: Acting with autonomy, having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success.

Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a one‑of‑a‑kind vibrancy into our culture.

If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change, you will be empowered to make a real impact here, with a sharp and passionate team at your back. If Braze sounds like a place where you can thrive, we can’t wait to meet you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

We are seeking a hands‑on, detailed oriented General Ledger Accountant II (the job title is Staff Accountant internally) to join our growing Finance team and to help support the continued expansion of our global business. The successful candidate will be a key person on the GL team to ensure the accurate and timely closing of the monthly books and assist with the annual audits and SOX compliance. Additionally, this individual will innovate and drive efficiencies through continual evaluation of our systems and business processes. This role will report directly to the Accounting Manager, and have exposure to the Senior Executives on the Corporate Accounting team.

• Play an essential role in the month‑end and quarter‑end close processes including preparing and reviewing journal entries and supporting reconciliations
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
• Perform monthly analytics to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements
• Coordinating and supporting statutory compliance and audits for Braze’s international entities
• Work with the FP&A and Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate coding of expenses
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts
• Coordinate with other departments to obtain transaction information, research reconciling items, and resolve issues
• Aid in the optimization of existing platforms and the use of platform such as NetSuite
• Assist with documentation of accounting policies and procedures that ensure all financial transactions are executed according to GAAP principles
• Assist with financial audits and SOX compliance
• Undertake other ad hoc analyses and special projects as required

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Big 4 or large regional firm experience is preferred
• Chartered Accountant and/or MBA is preferred
• Beginner to Intermediate knowledge of US GAAP and SOX
• Experience working in a high‑growth, publicly traded company, is preferred
• Solid organizational, analytical, and verbal / written communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and gSuite skills required.
• Solid experience using NetSuite and FloQast, is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English, interpersonal, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Experience working with international teams across time zones
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment, successfully juggling multiple entities, projects, and deliverables

WHAT WE OFFER

Braze benefits vary by location, and we encourage you to review our specific benefits offerings for each country here. More details on benefits plans will be provided if you receive an offer of employment.

From offering comprehensive benefits to fostering hybrid ways of working, we’ve got you covered so you can prioritize work‑life harmony. Braze offers benefits such as:

• Competitive compensation that may include equity
• Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Flexible paid time off
• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
• Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
• Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
• A curated in‑office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
• Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company‑wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
• Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze
• Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®

ABOUT BRAZE

Braze is the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging.™ Braze helps brands deliver great customer experiences that drive value both for consumers and for their businesses. Built on a foundation of composable intelligence, BrazeAI™ allows marketers to combine and activate AI agents, models, and features at every touchpoint throughout the Braze Customer Engagement Platform for smarter, faster, and more meaningful customer engagement. From cross‑channel messaging and journey orchestration to Al‑powered decisioning and optimization, Braze enables companies to turn action into interaction through autonomous, 1:1 personalized experiences.

The company has repeatedly been recognized as a Leader in marketing technology by industry analysts, and was voted a G2 “Best of Marketing and Digital Advertising Software Product” in 2025. Braze was also named a 2025 Best Companies To Work For by U.S. News & World Report, a 2025 America’s Greatest Companies by Newsweek, and a 2025 Fortune Best Workplace in Technology™ by Great Place To Work®, among other accolades. Braze is also proudly certified as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., the UK, Australia, and Singapore.

The company is headquartered in New York with offices in Austin, Berlin, Bucharest, Chicago, Dubai, Jakarta, London, Paris, San Francisco, São Paulo, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney and Tokyo.

BRAZE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Braze, we strive to create equitable growth and opportunities inside and outside the organization. We are committed to offering all candidates a fair, accessible, and inclusive experience – regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, maternity, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. When applying and interviewing with Braze, we want you to feel comfortable showcasing what makes you you. We know that sometimes different circumstances can lead talented people to hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If this sounds familiar, we encourage you to apply, as we’d love to meet you.

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