Our client is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Finance department. This full-time position involves ensuring the overall financial control systems are effectively maintained and includes the preparation of monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts, along with various regulatory and tax filings. You will play a crucial role in managing financial processes and maintaining the integrity of financial records.
Job Duties:
- Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, focusing on revenue, intercompany recharges, property leases, and employee benefits.
- Oversee the month-end process for the Fund Management entity, collaborating with external bookkeepers to meet deadlines.
- Aid in the preparation of annual statutory accounts in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Support revenue collection processes by coordinating fee and interest runs, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
- Contribute to the preparation of capital adequacy reports and timely regulatory submissions.
- Liaise with external and internal auditors during audit stages to ensure effective coordination.
- Assist in tax computation preparation, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Collaborate with Systems & Data teams to test finance-related functionalities within the Avaloq system.
- Partner with the Risk department to support daily liquidity and derivative exposure risk monitoring.
- Review and approve processes, payments, and queries as required by Finance Officers.
- Work together with the Financial Planning & Analysis team to provide budget and forecast information.
- Offer support for ad hoc projects and ongoing requests as a representative of the Financial Controls team.
Job Requirements:
- Completion of a professional qualification in accounting, such as ACCA or equivalent.
- Solid technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial reporting and month-end procedures.
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with Avaloq is preferable.
- High accuracy skills, capable of maintaining precision under tight deadlines.
- Strong numeracy, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies.
- Effective communication skills to ensure concise information sharing.
- Self-motivated with strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
- Willingness to learn and develop within a financial services environment.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations, including capital and liquidity requirements in a regulated business.
- Familiarity with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and other regulatory requirements.
- Uphold and promote high ethical standards, demonstrating integrity and fair dealing.
What You’ll Love:
Our client offers a supportive and professional working environment where you can develop your skills and grow within the financial services field. You will have the opportunity to engage with a dynamic team and contribute to the organisation's goals.
Could this be the right opportunity for you?
If this opportunity sounds right for you, we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly and experienced recruitment team is here to answer your questions, offer guidance and support you throughout the process. Simply submit your CV in confidence, and our Candidate Manager will arrange for one of our consultants to get in touch to organise an initial meeting, either face to face, via Microsoft Teams or by telephone, whichever suits you best. We look forward to getting to know you and learning more about what you’re looking for.
