Job Description

You will be responsible for:



Production of monthly management accounts including completion of balance sheet reconciliations, P/L analysis, management reporting commentary etc. Prepare and process month end journals. Manage intercompany accounts and recharges. You will complete monthly commentary & variance analysis for presentation to the CFO. Prepare tax returns (VAT, CIT, ERS, P11D etc), assist with internal tax queries, and consider tax implications of new projects and business ventures. This will include liaising with our external tax advisors as required. Proactively reviewing internal process and controls. Identifying areas of manual process, inefficiency and risk, and actively suggesting improvements to the control environment. Finance business partnering on projects as required. Working with other departments across the Group with an aim of achieving corporate objectives, improving operational efficiency, or enhancing the customer experience. Assisting with the preparation of year-end and half-year accounts in accordance with IFRS standards and London Stock Exchange reporting requirements. Assist in managing the audit process with our external auditors whereby ensuring the process is completed smoothly and to timetable. You will ensure audit points are monitored and escalated as required. Provide oversight and day-to-day management of junior team members.


ROLE REQUIREMENTS



Experience



Qualified or certified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) - required MUST have Financial Services experience Industry background ideally in financial services - desirable Proficient in Microsoft Excel, able to use complex formulas, models etc. Tax accounting experience (VAT/CT returns, R&D, Capital Allowances) - desirable Experience using accounting systems (NetSuite, Sage, Dynamics) - desirable Process and controls improvement experience - desirable Experience using AI or other automation tools - desirable


OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE



Exceptionally self-motivated and reliable. Strong accounting and tax knowledge, comfortable navigating and interpreting IFRS and HMRC guidelines. A financial mindset and happy to dig into the numbers when required to provide explanations on variances. Ability to manage and prioritise tasks. Great problem-solving abilities. Strong attention to detail. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Team player and able to work effectively with non-Finance colleagues.


A Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (minimum requirement)
A Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning (desirable)
Detailed knowledge and understanding of Business Standards - Conduct of Business (COBS)
Detailed knowledge and understanding of High Level Standards - Code of Conduct (COCON)
Minimum industry experience of 2 years in an advisory role
Good knowledge and understanding of FCA Money Laundering Section of the System & Controls Sourcebook (SYSC)
Basic knowledge of Accountanting