Accountant - Financial and Reporting
Michael Page City of London
About Our Client
The employer is a well-established organisation within the financial services industry based in London. As part of a medium-sized team, they focus on delivering high-quality financial solutions with a commitment to maintaining compliance and accuracy.
Job Description- Ensure accurate and timely CBIRC regulatory and other data reporting (e.g., LCR) to Head Office.
- Coordinate business plans, budgets, and strategy; track progress and highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Support Head and Deputy Head of Finance in improving the quality and efficiency of financial reporting.
- Enhance financial analysis to aid understanding across departments and support informed business decisions.
- Complete quarterly and yearly business forecasts as required.
- Contribute to Annual Performance Assessment Policy and internal KPI processes.
- Develop and improve reporting, budgeting, and forecasting procedures.
- Collaborate with Product Control to automate FTP report projects.
- Lead automation and process streamlining to optimise financial reporting.
- Assist in monitoring capital adequacy, liquidity, large exposures, and performance of London entities when needed.
- Ensure proper accounting records and internal controls in coordination with business managers.
- Understand and adhere to Risk Management & Compliance framework and staff policies.
- Report material risk events, including conduct risks and conflicts of interest, to department leadership.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Accountant, Financial and Reporting should have:
- A professional qualification or part qualification in accounting (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA).
- Experience in financial reporting/auditing within the financial services industry is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- A meticulous approach with strong attention to detail.
- The ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
- A competitive salary and benefits.
- Free lunch provided on-site in London.
- Exposure to a respected financial services organisation.
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in accounting and finance.
- A supportive and professional working environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the financial services industry in London and make a meaningful contribution. If you meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Hays Accountancy and FinanceLondon, 2 mi from City of London
will help produce monthly/quarterly financial reports and assist with ad hoc analysis and presentations to the board. A large part of this role is analysis focussed, so a good understanding of Excel is needed.
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