Control Specialist - Eximius Finance

Eximius Finance; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to oversee financial reporting and compliance for their funds. This role involves liaising with investment teams, managing statutory accounts, and preparing regulatory reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will drive financial efficiencies and support strategic initiatives. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial reporting and compliance standards.
• Experience in managing statutory accounts and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate quarterly portfolio valuations and prepare board papers.
• Support investment teams by handling finance-related queries.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Performance Analysis

Project Management

Tax Compliance

Education

Degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional Accounting Qualification

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

To include:

1. Ensuring accurate and timely management and financial reporting across the funds both internally and externally to investors (incl. statutory accounts).
2. Working closely with the investment teams, being aware of all finance and admin queries to ensure Investment Managers are able to focus on their core roles.
3. Co-ordination of the quarterly portfolio valuation process with the Group FD, CIO and CFO.
4. Preparation and distribution of quarterly Board papers for NED’s.
5. Attendance at quarterly board meetings and valuation meetings.
6. Preparation of regulatory reports and documentation in relation to the funds (e.g. LSE announcements, FCA returns, other requirements for listed funds).
7. Ad hoc performance analysis and liaison with the sales team and investment teams.
8. Liaising with tax advisers, legal advisers and auditors as required, including the maintenance and review of tax status of the VCT.
9. Manage the statutory book for the VCT, updating all information when necessary.
10. Ensure all Company filings are accurate and submitted on time for the relevant funds.
11. Managing ad-hoc projects that come with a fast-growth business.
12. Assisting other parts of the firm on a pro-active and re-active basis, to meet their finance related requirements.
13. Supporting the wider business in driving commercial efficiencies across the fund structures, including, but not limited to:
1. Identifying cost saving and efficiency opportunities
2. Support with transactions and acceptance of new projects
3. Ensuring compliance with project and fund contracts
14. Thorough knowledge of and compliance with procedures and standards
15. Ensure a general understanding of VCT and EIS rules and the application to funds