At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick every box. We celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity. Vacancies are available on a part‑time, job‑share or full‑time basis because we know the best person for the job isn’t always available full‑time. Our aim is to facilitate requests wherever possible and managers will consider requests on an individual basis.
Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will support the Head of External Reporting and Accounting Policy and Senior Technical Accounting Manager in the group’s external reporting, including the annual and interim reports and Finrep, provision of technical accounting advice and implementation of accounting and regulatory changes. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in providing end‑to‑end support on the audit process, assisting in managing the audit relationship and responding to audit requests and challenges with excellent writing and reporting skills.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of the group financial statements at year end and half year in Workiva
- Ownership of the quarterly Finrep reporting process, including monitoring and imparting changes in PRA requirements, managing the group timetable, consolidating divisional returns and submission to the PRA
- Assist with technical deep dives to maintain high quality reporting across the group
- Provide accounting advice and training to divisional finance teams
- Manage interdepartmental collaboration and encourage teamwork
- Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external advisors
- Ensure that all governance and compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the regulatory bodies are carried out to the required standards
Qualifications
- ACA qualification or equivalent
- Experience of financial reporting and technical accounting
Desirable Skills
- Strong audit and/or technical accounting background in financial services
- Strong knowledge of a broad range of IFRS standards, particularly IFRS 9
Benefits
- Private medical scheme
- Discounted health checks
- Stakeholder pension contribution
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym discounts
- Purchase additional holiday
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