Financial Control Analyst

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services firm seeks a Financial Analyst to support accurate financial reporting and management in the Banking sector. The ideal candidate will prepare monthly accounts, provide insights to senior leadership, and ensure compliance with international standards while leveraging their accounting or finance expertise. This London-based role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position, ideally in Banking.
• Proficiency in Excel and working with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of financial accounts following international standards.
• Produce monthly management accounts and deliver performance insights.
• Report on financial performance to senior leadership.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to work with large datasets

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

PowerBI

SQL

Job description

The Role: Financial Analyst

The Client: Banking

The Location: London City Centre (4-5 days in the office)

The Role:

• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial accounts in line with international accounting standards and internal policies.
• Produce monthly management accounts and deliver performance insights ahead of regulatory deadlines.
• Report on financial performance, including key metrics and KPIs, to senior leadership.
• Manage and reconcile operational cash balances and flows.
• Support and enhance the financial control environment to ensure robustness and compliance.
• Perform day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring timely payments and accurate record-keeping.
• Support the collection of accounts receivable balances.
• Prepare and submit regulatory returns within the finance function's remit.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.

Prior experience:

• Experience in a similar position (Ideally Banking experience)
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA).
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to work with large datasets.
• Any exposure to PowerBI, SQL, etc., is advantageous.
• Exposure to FX is a plus.

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