Senior Manager required for a highly technical accounting role with one of London's foremost accounting firms dealing with financial services clients.
A highly technical Senior Manager/Associate Director is required within London's foremost Financial Services Accounting advisory team, in what is an influential role within the wider firm context.
The Firm
Our client is a well-established and highly regarded independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in the City of London, providing audit, accounting, tax and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients.
The firm is committed to remaining independent and following its continued growth across the client portfolio and significant regulatory developments on the horizon, the firm is entering an exciting period in the evolution of its specialist Financial Services offering.
With an established Regulatory Reporting & Advisory department, the firm has developed an excellent reputation for its specialist expertise. Its Financial Services offering is London's largest offering of its type dealing with asset management, hedge funds and private equity firms in a regulated market.
The firm also boasts industry leading levels of staff retention and a collaborative working culture.
The Role
This is an opportunity to take on an influential position within an established specialist team, with genuine prospects for progression to Director and Partnership.
As Senior Manager / Associate Director, you will work closely with the Partner, another Senior Manager and large of qualified and trainee staff. The role requires taking responsibility for the delivery of specialist regulatory reporting and advisory services to a portfolio of Financial Services clients. The position combines technical responsibility, client management, staff development and the opportunity to contribute to the department's future direction.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing and delivering regulatory reporting and advisory engagements for Financial Services clients across the UK and internationally
Providing technical advice on FCA regulatory requirements, including prudential reporting.
Reviewing regulatory returns, calculations and supporting documentation
Advising clients on the interpretation and practical application of complex regulatory requirements
Supporting clients with reporting change, reporting transformation and implementation projects
Identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes and develop additional advisory services
Building and maintaining relationships with senior client stakeholders
Supervising, mentoring and developing junior members of the team
Working closely with the Partner on the continued development and growth of the department
Exploring opportunities to incorporate technology, automation and AI into the delivery of further services
An important aspect of the position will be the opportunity to help shape the department's response to forthcoming regulatory developments, creating new opportunities for both the firm and its clients.
About the Candidate
The successful candidate will have a strong background in Financial Services regulatory reporting (not banking), combining technical knowledge with the ability to manage client relationships, support colleagues and contribute to the development of a specialist practice.
Although the position is primarily aimed at an experienced Senior Manager, the firm is open to considering individuals at Manager through to Associate Director level, depending on their experience and capabilities.
ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified accountant
Experience in regulatory reporting, prudential regulation or financial reporting within Financial Services
Strong knowledge of the FCA regulatory framework and its application to relevant businesses
Experience in areas such as AIFMD Annex IV, Form PF, ICARA and other prudential reporting requirements
Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and communicate practical…