Job Location : London, UK
A banking institution are looking for a fully qualified accountant with experience in financial services to take responsibility for all financial control activities.
Working within a team of 4 for the wealth management sector the successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks.
Main Duties
Managing day-to-day finance operations with a team of two direct reports
Performing all related accounting functions required to maintain the general ledger in compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS and company policy and procedures
Analytical review and analysis of financial data and generating monthly trend reports and balance sheet reconciliations ensuring financial statement accuracy and investigating variances
Monitor and manage financial risks in-line with compliance and regulations
Complete all HMRC filings and returns including corporation taxes and VAT in accordance with tax policy. Adhoc liaison with group tax team and HMRC on enquiries arising
Preparation of formal year end statutory accounts - coordinating annual external audit activities within the business. and liaising with external auditors
Oversight of bank reconciliations and maintenance of cash flow forecasts to ensure funds are available to meet obligations
Business partnering and working collaboratively on projects
Help to drive team’s automation strategy, with huge scope to redesign some existing manual processes, particularly around financial operations
Deputise for Head of Finance as appropriate
Regulatory reporting. Liquidity and capital requirements calculations, analysis and management under ICARA regime
Experience Required
3-5 years experience as a Financial Controller within financial services.
Experience of team management is desirable.
Able to command authority and credibility, who thrives in a cooperative environment, working with people at all levels across multiple functions and disciplines.
Analytical minded and excited by new challenges and creating new processes
Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines
Salary : 85000 - 90000
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