The UK Head of Financial Reporting is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department. The overall objective of this role is to ensure the seamless delivery of activities associated with Financial Reporting.
Responsibilities
Leadership & People Management
* Assist and encourage employee career progression through defined career paths, management processes, appropriate training, and Professional Development Plans (PDPs)
Client Relationship Management
* Act as the primary point of contact for a key client, building strong relationships, fostering growth, and effectively resolving escalations
Stakeholder Management
* Direct and participate in department and industry initiatives as well as support corporate governance and ethics
Client Onboarding & Transition
* Assess new business viability against existing business capabilities and make appropriate recommendations
Financial Reporting Delivery
* Manage financial reporting operations at a site or functional level including people managers as well as partnering across department and business to develop and enhance cost effective solutions that meet client expectations and needs
Operational Escalation
* Monitor, set, and achieve established department goals during day‑to‑day operations as well as serve as point of escalation for complex issues and manage resolution of issues and new business requests
Risk & Compliance
* Evaluate risk and controls, including operational impact of changes in legislation, and ensure compliance to established controls
* Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets
Technical
* Be a technical leader in Financial Reporting for UK funds.
Process Optimization
* Lead strategic planning process with business units and prioritize business development requirements to completion
* Monitor Profit and Loss (P&L), expense managements, budget, and planning
Qualifications
* Relevant experience
* Chartered Accountant preferred
* Experience within financial markets and fund accounting
* Experience in financial services, client management, project management, strategic management, operational management, and resource and expense management
* Experience with people management and working with multiple stakeholders
* Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts, financial services, and global financial markets
* Demonstrated talent assessment as well as the ability to manage client relationships
Education
* Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Benefits
We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best‑in‑class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well.
* Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure
* A discretionary annual performance related bonus
* Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
* Employee Assistance Program
* Pension Plan
* Paid Parental Leave
* Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
* Access to an array of learning and development resources
Sounds like Citi has everything you need? Then apply to discover the true extent of your capabilities.
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