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Financial Controller - Wealth Management, Wakefield
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Client:
MW Recruitment Limited
Location:
Wakefield, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
2
Posted:
06.06.2025
Expiry Date:
21.07.2025
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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, 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 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 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 the team's automation strategy by redesigning manual processes around financial operations
* Deputizing for the Head of Finance as appropriate
* Handling regulatory reporting, liquidity, and capital requirements calculations and management under ICARA regime
Experience/Qualifications
Qualified accountant with substantial 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 of post-qualification experience
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