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MW Recruitment Limited
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Basildon, United Kingdom
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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. Duties 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 all related accounting functions required to maintain the general ledger in compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and company policies and procedures
* Analytical review and analysis of 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 all HMRC filings and returns, including corporation taxes and VAT, in accordance with tax policy. 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, with scope to redesign manual processes, especially around financial operations
* Deputising for the Head of Finance as appropriate
* Handling regulatory reporting, liquidity, and capital requirements calculations, analysis, and management under the ICARA regime
Experience/Qualifications
Qualified accountant with substantial experience as a Financial Controller
Experience in team management
Analytical mindset and enthusiasm for new challenges and process improvements
Ability to work accurately and meet strict deadlines
Academic qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA, with a minimum of 5 years post-qualified experience
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