LSEG Hiring: Intern, Statutory Financial Reporting & Control 2026:-
London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is offering an internship opportunity for the role of Intern – Statutory Financial Reporting & Control. This opportunity is suitable for accounting students and candidates interested in financial reporting, statutory audits, taxation, and financial control.
| Company: | London Stock Exchange Group |
| Job Role: | Intern, Statutory Financial Reporting & Control |
| Job Type: | Full-Time |
| Experience: | Internship / Early Career |
| Salary / Stipend: | As per Company Standards |
| Application Deadline: | November 6, 2026 |
Role Overview:-
As an Intern in Statutory Financial Reporting & Control, you will support accounting and financial reporting activities for LSEG subsidiaries.
You will work with the Business Unit Controller, the Financial Reporting and Control Manager, statutory auditors, third-party service providers, tax teams, and other business divisions.
The role focuses on month-end closing, statutory financial statements, audit coordination, tax reporting, internal controls, and accurate delivery of financial information within established reporting timelines.
This internship is suitable for candidates who want to build a career in accounting, financial reporting, audit, taxation, or financial control.
Educational Requirements:-
- Accounting undergraduates are preferred.
- Candidates pursuing a globally recognized professional accounting qualification are preferred.
- Part-qualified candidates pursuing the following qualifications may have an advantage:
- Chartered Accountancy (CA)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Note: The provided job description does not specify mandatory graduation-year, academic percentage, or detailed degree eligibility requirements.
Key Skills:-
Technical Skills
- Accounting Fundamentals
- Bookkeeping and Journal Entries
- Financial Reporting
- Month-End Closing
- Microsoft Excel
- Spreadsheet Management and Analysis
- Financial Data Accuracy and Reconciliation
- Statutory Financial Statements
- Tax Reporting Support
- Internal Controls
- ERP Systems
Accounting & Functional Skills
- Statutory Audit Coordination
- Financial Accounting
- Tax Audit Support
- Accounting Policies and Standards
- Financial Control Frameworks
- Subsidiary Financial Reporting
- Reporting Timelines and Close Processes
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Audit Documentation
- Financial Record Management
Preferred Additional Skills
- SAP
- Oracle
- Oracle Fusion
- Experience working in an audit firm
- Professional accounting qualification progress
Soft Skills
- Excellent written and verbal English communication
- Strong attention to detail
- Accuracy and quality orientation
- Analytical thinking
- Independent decision-making
- Time management
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
- Adaptability to changing business priorities
- Collaboration with global colleagues
- Relationship-building skills
- Commitment to continuous learning
Roles & Responsibilities:-
1. Financial Reporting & Control
- Support the timely and accurate delivery of financial reporting and control services to LSEG subsidiaries.
- Assist with the preparation and completion of financial reporting activities.
- Help ensure financial information is accurate, complete, and delivered within established timelines.
- Follow relevant accounting policies, standards, and financial control procedures.
- Support the Business Unit Controller for an assigned entity or group of entities.
2. Month-End Closing & Accounting
- Support month-end closing activities according to the reporting timetable.
- Help ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with applicable accounting policies and standards.
- Assist with accounting and bookkeeping entries.
- Support the preparation and verification of financial information.
- Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality throughout the reporting process.
3. Statutory Audits & External Coordination
- Liaise with external auditors and third-party service providers.
- Support the timely completion of statutory audits.
- Assist with gathering and organizing financial information required for audit activities.
- Coordinate with relevant business divisions to support audit completion.
- Help address audit-related queries and documentation requirements.
4. Tax Reporting & Audit Support
- Assist with tax reporting activities.
- Support the tax team in addressing tax audit requirements.
- Coordinate with relevant teams to provide required financial information.
- Help ensure tax-related reporting activities are completed within established timelines.
5. Internal Controls & Compliance
- Follow internal controls established under group policies.
- Adhere to the organization’s financial control framework.
- Support accurate and consistent accounting processes.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and follow established procedures.
- Escalate discrepancies or issues through the appropriate channels.
6. Process Improvement & Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and global colleagues.
- Participate in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Support initiatives designed to improve reporting efficiency and quality.
- Adapt to changing business priorities and reporting deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders across different business divisions.
About Company:-
London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is a global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. The company supports financial stability, empowers economies, and helps customers achieve sustainable growth.
With approximately 25,000 employees across 65 countries, LSEG operates in a global environment built around integrity, partnership, excellence, and change.
The organization emphasizes innovation, quality, continuous improvement, sustainability, employee development, and an inclusive workplace.
LSEG Hiring: Intern, Statutory Financial Reporting & Control 2026 Application Process:-
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Note:- Only the shortlisted candidates will be notified for the further interview process.
