Fiduciary Accounting Manager

Aon; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced Fiduciary Accounting Manager for a 12-month FTC. This hybrid role involves ensuring compliance with FCA CASS 5 Client Money rules, overseeing month-end processes, conducting client money analyses, and leading governance discussions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in auditing or accounting and experience in the insurance industry. The position offers flexibility and a commitment to an inclusive workplace with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Flexible working style solutions

Qualifications

• Experience with FCA CASS 5 Client Money rules.
• Background in an auditing, accounting or reporting function.
• Experience in the insurance or brokerage industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed review of client money calculations and drawdowns.
• Review and approve journals and reconciliations, resolving issues.
• Lead Client Money Sub Committee meetings.

Skills

Experience with FCA CASS 5 Client Money rules

Background in an auditing, accounting or reporting function

Experience in the insurance or brokerage industry

Strong verbal, organisational and communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Advance Excel skills

Job description

Fiduciary Accounting Manager - FTC

Aon are looking to recruit an experienced Fiduciary Accounting Manager on a 12 Months FTC. This role will be a hybrid position with flexibility to work from one of our Aon offices and at home.

This role centers on the interpretation and application of the FCA’s CASS 5 Client Money rules and associated tasks to ensure ongoing compliance. The position involves oversight of month‑end processes relating to client money ledger balances, detailed review and analysis, process improvement, and active participation in client money governance committees.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Conduct detailed review of client money calculations and the drawdowns.
• Review and approve journals and reconciliations, resolving any issues, responding to queries and providing insightful analysis to support the month end reporting process.
• Review of the client money pack ahead of the Client Money Committee to ensure accurate metrics are provided.
• Investigate and prepare reports on client money issues and breaches.
• Lead Client Money Sub Committee meetings.
• Contributing effectively to discussions at the Client Money Committee and Fiduciary Transactions Clearance Committee.
• Prepare client money reports for the Audit Committee and SOx 302 submissions.
• Attend regular meetings with Treasury, Fiduciary Control, Claims and other departments to discuss any client money issues.
• Providing guidance on the client money rules to colleagues across the wider business.
• Participate in project work as required, including broking system changes and business integrations.
• Oversee the annual client money audit, including providing extensive additional documentation and answering queries.
• Assist with group and statutory audits in respect of client money balances.
• Support junior members of the team.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Experience with FCA CASS 5 Client Money rules.
• Background in an auditing, accounting or reporting function.
• Experience in the insurance or brokerage industry.
• Strong verbal, organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Advance Excel skills.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.