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Financial Controller - Wealth Management, Bath
Client:
MW Recruitment Limited
Location:
Bath, 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. Duties include maintaining internal controls over financial, tax, and 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 all related 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 performing 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 the 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 the team’s automation strategy to redesign manual processes, especially in financial operations
* Deputising for the Head of Finance as needed
* Handling regulatory reporting, liquidity, and capital requirements calculations, analysis, and management under the ICARA regime
Experience/Qualifications
Qualified accountant with significant experience as a Financial Controller
Experience in team management
Analytical mindset, eager to face new challenges and create new processes
Ability to work accurately and meet strict deadlines
Academic qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA with at least 5 years post-qualified experience
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