The RAC is a regulated public interest business with responsibilities to various external bodies, alongside standard governance and compliance duties. We’re seeking a driven and detail-oriented Regulatory and Assurance Accountant to join our dynamic Group Finance team.
This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with experience in audit or controls, looking to expand their knowledge within a large, complex organization. You will play a key role in ensuring financial compliance, managing regulatory reporting, and improving our Group-wide control environment.
Your Responsibilities
Financial Compliance and Regulatory Reporting
* Prepare regular financial regulatory reports to the FCA and PRA
* Create Board-level reports for regulated entities and support reporting to the Risk & Audit Committee
* Collaborate with stakeholders to assess regulatory impacts of strategic decisions
* Manage financial accounting for specific regulated entities
* Understand the Group’s financing structure, including covenant compliance, and lead related reporting
* Monitor governance developments and evaluate their financial implications
Financial Control
* Manage a Group-wide controls improvement program, working with departments including IT and Risk
* Identify and implement improvements in financial control processes and address deficiencies
* Partner with external auditors during controls testing, providing evidence and support
* Own the monitoring and testing plan, including stakeholder engagement
* Produce summaries of the financial control environment for the Board
* Stay updated on governance trends and industry best practices, recommending internal control enhancements
About You
* Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), with at least 1 year PQE
* Background in audit, controls, or regulatory compliance
* Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations; IFRS experience essential
* Excellent attention to detail, with strong time management and organizational skills
* Proactive, hands-on, capable of quick decision-making and constructive challenge
* Effective communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work independently with confidence and contribute to team goals
We Offer
* FREE RAC Complete Breakdown Service from Day One
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Option to join RAC’s Group Personal Pension scheme with up to 6.5% employer contribution
* 2x Basic Salary Life Assurance (4x for pension scheme members), with optional increase up to 10x
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Confidential support service available 24/7 for you and household family members aged 16+
* Car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months, with tax savings and electric vehicle options
* Access to Orange Savings discounts portal
Joining us means you will be automatically enrolled in our Colleague Share Scheme, ‘Owning it together’, rewarding your contributions and sharing in our success.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
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