William Joshua Harris
About William Joshua Harris
William Joshua Harris is a Capital Reporting Analyst at Legal & General in London, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in financial analysis and reporting, specializing in process improvements and asset accounting.
Work at Legal & General
William Joshua Harris has held multiple roles at Legal & General since 2014. He currently serves as a Capital Reporting Analyst, a position he has occupied since 2018. Prior to this, he worked as a Financial Analyst for ten years in Cardiff, United Kingdom. His responsibilities include embedding new acquisitions into the finance structure and monitoring the performance of existing portfolio businesses. He also collaborates to produce management information for board members and the Capital CFO, focusing on asset performance.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Legal & General, William worked at MWR Accountancy Limited as an Accounts Assistant from 2012 to 2014. He gained valuable experience in accounting practices during this time. Additionally, he served as a Financial Reporting Accountant at Legal & General for one year, from 2017 to 2018, where he further developed his expertise in financial reporting.
Education and Expertise
William studied at Cardiff Metropolitan University from 2009 to 2012, where he earned a degree in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in finance and accounting. He specializes in process improvements, particularly in asset accounting and external reassurance, and has extensive experience in the insurance, pensions, and regulatory reporting sectors.
Technical Contributions and Reporting
In his role at Legal & General, William writes papers and presentations on technical matters aimed at changing accounting practices in line with new IFRS standards and business best practices. His contributions are significant in ensuring that the organization adheres to evolving accounting regulations and maintains high standards in financial reporting.