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AVP Accounting and Control

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Job Description - 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.
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