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MW Recruitment Limited
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Posted:
06.06.2025
Expiry Date:
21.07.2025
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Job Description:
A well-established banking institution is seeking a Financial Controller to join their Wealth and Asset Management arm. Responsibilities include maintaining internal controls over financial, tax, and regulatory reporting, as well as producing commentary to support management and forecasting.
Main Responsibilities
* Managing day-to-day finance operations with a team of two direct reports
* Performing accounting functions required to maintain the general ledger in compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and company policies
* Analyzing financial data, generating monthly trend reports, and conducting balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and investigate variances
* Monitoring and managing financial risks in line with compliance and regulations
* Completing HMRC filings and returns, including corporation taxes and VAT, and liaising with group tax team and HMRC on inquiries
* Preparing formal year-end statutory accounts and coordinating external audit activities
* Overseeing bank reconciliations and maintaining cash flow forecasts to meet obligations
* Driving team’s automation strategy to redesign manual processes, especially in financial operations
* Deputizing for the Head of Finance as needed
* Handling regulatory reporting, liquidity, and capital requirements calculations under ICARA regime
Experience/Qualifications
Qualified accountant with strong experience as a Financial Controller
Experience in team management
Analytical mindset, excited by new challenges and process improvements
Ability to work accurately and meet strict deadlines
Academic qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA, with at least 5 years post-qualification experience
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