The ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified accountant with strong numerical and analytical skillsets, a good understanding of how a corporate bank works with some awareness of various corporate banking products, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment and display a positive, results oriented attitude.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Responsible for various aspects of financial accounting and control, including month end/quarter-end adjustments, system and account reconciliations, ledger close etc. as well as the accuracy and completeness of the final trial balance.
* Preparation of various HO submissions in accordance with HO financial reporting requirements.
* Liaise with External auditors to support various quarterly/annual audit related activities
* Support implementation of system changes/upgrades from a finance perspective, including the rollout of Oracle Cloud general ledger system
* Work with the wider Finance team and other stakeholders to identify and implement changes to improve controls and efficiency.
* Support ongoing SOX related aspects including documentation, liaising with SOX auditors to complete SOX controls/testing.
* Act as cover/backup for other members of the team and support cross-training initiatives.
* Assist with the preparation of year end financial statements under UKGAAP.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
* Bachelors Degree or equivalent
* Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with relevant experience in a banking/financial services environment and/or Big 4 audit firm
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong working knowledge of UKGAAP (FRS 102) and relevant accounting standards.
* Sound awareness and appreciation of controls, and proven ability to apply a control mindset
* Strong Excel skills and good numerical and analytical skillsets
* Be inquisitive and unafraid to ask questions in order to understand and advise on financial matters
* Demonstrable ability to innovate, support change and problem solve
* Good knowledge of the Banking Industry and ability to apply relevant accounting knowledge. A good understanding of Investment Banking products would be a definite advantage