Fund Financial Reporting Specialist (9 month FTC) | London, UK

M&G plc.; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector seeks a Fund Financial Reporting Specialist on a 9-month Fixed Term Contract. The role involves overseeing financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS, and liaising with auditors. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified with strong analytical skills and experience in financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and statements.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, AIC SORP, IA SORP; knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP and IFRS is beneficial.
• Experience with statutory accounting, debt securities, derivatives, and institutional fund structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical review of financial statements prepared by third-party administrators.
• Ensure compliance of financial statements with UK GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory standards.
• Liaise with auditors for efficient audit processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Proactive personality

Flexibility

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified accountant or equivalent

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Fund Financial Reporting Specialist (9 month FTC)

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with over 170 years of history, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life, and Wealth segments. Our goal is to deliver attractive financial outcomes for clients and superior shareholder returns.

We foster a culture of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity. We are committed to creating an exceptional workplace for talented individuals.

We consider flexible working arrangements and provide workplace accommodations to support our employees.

This team manages the end-to-end process for financial reporting and accounts for M&G's public, private, and T&IO fund ranges, overseeing third-party administrators, managing auditor relationships, and supporting projects like fund launches, mergers, and closures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead analytical review of financial statements prepared by third-party administrators for various fund types.
• Ensure compliance of financial statements with UK GAAP, IFRS, Luxembourg GAAP, and regulatory standards.
• Liaise with auditors for efficient audit processes.
• Oversee controls at third-party administrators to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
• Prepare memos and reports for fund Boards, discussing financial reviews and issues.
• Assess regulatory and accounting standard changes and their impact on financial statements.
• Support investment and product teams on transactions and projects.
• Coordinate with teams to stay informed on fund operations.
• Prepare accounting papers for complex transactions and new asset classes.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified accountant or equivalent.
• Experience in financial reporting and statements.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, AIC SORP, IA SORP; knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP and IFRS is beneficial.
• Experience with statutory accounting, debt securities, derivatives, and institutional fund structures.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective communicator with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive, flexible, and approachable personality.
• Advanced Excel skills are desirable.

This is a 9-month Fixed Term Contract. Experience level: Experienced colleague. Recruiter: Sarah Hawkins.

We value diversity and inclusivity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you require assistance to apply, contact us at: [e-mail]