AVP Accounting and Control

Our client is a leading global banking group headquartered in London, known for its commitment to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. The firm offers a collaborative and inclusive culture, with a hybrid working model (3 days in the office per week).

Description

• Strengthen governance and controls by partnering with auditors, regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Improve cross‑location collaboration and communication across global teams.
• Deliver monthly expense, headcount and fixed‑asset reporting with clear insights for management.
• Drive process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency.
• Work closely with multiple departments to provide accurate financial accounting support.
• Maintain and enhance policies, procedures and financial‑statement controls.
• Balance BAU deadlines with ad‑hoc stakeholder needs while maintaining strong relationships.
• Coach and support junior team members to build capability.
• Perform GL reconciliations, self‑attestation and monthly journal postings.
• Maintain the fixed‑asset register and prepare relevant disclosures.
• Produce clear, insightful monthly reporting and commentary for management.
• Embed robust controls to strengthen the overall control environment.

Profile

The ideal candidate will be / have:

• Fully Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 5+ years' finance experience
• Ideally financial/management reporting exposure in the Banking sector (broader Financial Services will be considered)
• Strong technical skills across month‑end close, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and fixed assets.
• Advanced Excel capability (pivot tables, large datasets); Power BI/Power Query a plus.
• Confident working with general ledger systems, reporting tools and system changes.
• Proven analytical ability with a track record of identifying issues and delivering solutions.
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Experience working with auditors and supporting statutory or regulatory reporting.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Collaborative, adaptable team player with a continuous‑improvement mindset.
• Prior involvement in process improvements, controls enhancement or automation initiatives is desirable.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working - 3 days in office per week
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A collaborative and professional work environment.