Finance Manager; FCA environment exp

We are looking for a Qualified ACA/ACCA Accountant to work within a Global Broking and Futures Trading business. It is a hybrid position, 3 days in the office and 2 from home.

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers an exciting opportunity to join the senior management team of this fast-growing, internationally focused digital business.

This role provides experienced accounting and coordination on a variety of key finance operations for a significant number of the UK businesses and overseas legal entities within the Group.

The person in this role will be responsible, as part of a team, for the accurate and timely delivery of all day-to-day finance operations for all assigned legal entities, including management reporting and statutory accounting.

We are looking for a qualified accountant who is proficient in delivering results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and can collaborate effectively across the wider finance team and with senior stakeholders across a number of functions.

• Responsible for quarterly FCA reporting
• Oversee end-to-end finance operations for in-scope entities
• Responsible for timely production of monthly management accounts and related management information, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flows for in-scope entities
• Review and challenge all the monthly management accounts, supporting schedules, and reports, understanding all key movements
• Thorough review of the balance sheet and balance sheet reconciliations, providing commentary and analysis where needed
• Drive the continuous improvements to financial processes, automation reporting, and controls
• Assist in ensuring all statutory reporting deadlines are met for in-scope entities, including annual accounts and tax filings
• Manage the audit process of the in-scope entities, liaising with external auditors and preparing schedules for auditors as required
• Lead and develop a team of assistant accountants to ensure all reporting requirements are met and provide support and guidance to help develop team members
• Assist the Financial Controller in leading the UK finance function, identifying ways to increase efficiency and growth opportunities
• Identify and support improvements within the business
• Contribute to key finance projects as needed
• Additional/ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the Group

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) ideally with first-time passes (would suit an accountant up to five years post-qualified experience)
• Strong academic track record, including 2:1 or above at a top-tier university
• Experience at a top 10 accountancy practice or within a large international business
• Good IT skills, experience with accounting systems advantageous (SUN Systems, Workday Financials)
• A keen interest in the global economy

Date: 11 Nov 2024
Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING
Type:
Permanent

Location:

London
Salary: £70000 - 85000 per annum
Email: dun