Job Description

Who is HSBC Innovation Banking?
HSBC Innovation Banking is the power behind the UK's forward-thinkers, future-makers, and leap-takers, helping them ignite the bold ideas that reshape our world. We offer flexible banking solutions for start-ups, scale-ups, growth businesses, investors and those working towards IPO typically within the technology and life science sectors.
Whether it's comprehensive banking, managing cashflow, plans for buyouts or Strategic Fund Solutions, we power ideas at every stage of their journey. From the first-time founders to the funds that back them, and everything in between. We're proud to accelerate growth for our clients, create meaningful connections and communities, and open a world of global opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Here's to never standing still. Come and join us!
What you can expect to be doing:
This role sits within the Finance Data and Controls team and supports the accuracy and reliability of data used in financial reporting. You'll assist with reconciliations, control documentation, and day-to-day checks that underpin Finance processes. The role is suited to someone early in their finance career who has already gained experience in a junior accounting or finance role and is looking to build on that foundation within a banking environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily reconciliations and assist with monitoring core Finance data flows.
Log, track and follow up on data issues, working with colleagues to support resolution.
Maintain and update control documentation to support audit and compliance needs.
Assist in reviewing how financial data is captured and processed within systems.
Work collaboratively with Finance and Technology teams to respond to data queries.
Help prepare materials for internal and external audit activity.
Follow internal controls and Group policies when handling data and reporting tasks.
Support control testing and compliance reviews as part of regular Finance activity.
Keep up to date with relevant risk and compliance standards.
Requirements:
Prior experience in a financial services environment
Interest in developing a career in accounting or financial control
Familiarity with reconciliations, data checking, or basic financial reporting processes
Comfortable using Excel and handling structured data
Strong attention to detail and good organisational habits
Clear communication skills and a collaborative working style
A genuine interest in financial data, control environments, and learning within a regulated setting
Where you'll be based:
Our home office in Finsbury Square, London. We offer hybrid working to our employees, so you can flex between home and the office, with a current requirement to be in the office 2 days per week.
Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:
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Telephone: +44 207 832 8500

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