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We are partnering with a leading investment firm to appoint a Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join their team at an exciting time as the business continues to go from strength to strength. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to join a high-performing finance team in a fast-paced, international environment working in their Global HQ, and reporting to an inspirational FD – this is a huge chance to develop your breadth and depth of finance knowledge.
The successful candidate will play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, group reporting and process improvement initiatives, working closely with senior finance stakeholders across multiple entities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support month-end and quarter-end close activities across a number of group entities.
- Prepare and review management accounts and financial reporting packs.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate financial variances.
- Deliver P&L analysis and commentary on key business performance drivers.
- Support cash flow reporting and treasury-related activities.
- Reconcile and manage intercompany balances and transactions.
- Assist with group consolidation and reporting requirements.
- Support the annual audit process, including preparation of supporting schedules and liaison with auditors.
- Assist with VAT reporting and other regulatory compliance requirements.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and quarterly reporting processes.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and controls.
- Provide support on ad hoc finance projects and system-related initiatives.
Candidate Profile
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
- Post-qualified experience within financial services.
- Experience within financial reporting, corporate accounting, audit or finance management roles.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
- Experience working within a multi-entity or group environment.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Financial services, private equity, asset management or professional services experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
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