Social network you want to login/join with:
Financial Controller - Wealth Management, Brighton
Client:
MW Recruitment Limited
Location:
Brighton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
06.06.2025
Expiry Date:
21.07.2025
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, regulatory reporting, and 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 to maintain the general ledger in compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and company policies.
* Analyzing financial data, generating monthly trend reports, and reconciling balance sheets 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 the group tax team and HMRC on inquiries.
* Preparing formal year-end statutory accounts and coordinating external audits.
* Overseeing bank reconciliations and maintaining cash flow forecasts.
* Driving automation strategies to redesign manual processes around financial operations.
* Deputizing for the Head of Finance as needed.
* Handling regulatory reporting, liquidity, and capital requirement calculations under the ICARA regime.
Experience/Qualifications
Qualified accountant with significant experience as a Financial Controller.
Experience in team management.
Analytical mindset, eager for new challenges and process improvements.
High accuracy and ability to meet strict deadlines.
Academic qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA with at least 5 years post-qualification experience.
#J-18808-Ljbffr