Senior Manager, CFO & Business Consulting

Forvis Mazars; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced professional to join their CFO & Business Consulting team. This role involves analyzing and implementing risk-based solutions in line with consumer regulations while also guiding and mentoring staff. Applicants should have over 7 years of relevant experience in public accounting or regulatory compliance and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and a relevant degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires 7+ years of experience in public accounting or regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and implement risk-based solutions for consumer regulations.
• Lead client engagement activities throughout project life cycles.

Skills

Analytical skills

Risk management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Knowledge of banking laws

Education

BA or BS in Accounting or related field

Master's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description & Requirements

The CFO & Business Consulting team transforms finance functions through innovative, tech-enabled strategies. From shared service enablement and business process outsourcing to financial close optimization, they help organizations streamline operations and tackle complex accounting challenges. By combining industry best practices with data-driven insights, the team drives process efficiency, enhances analytics, and supports sustainable growth through modernized financial operations.

What You Will Do:

• Analysing and implementing risk-based solutions relating to consumer-based regulations
• Operating in the 1st, 2nd, and/or 3rd, lines of defense
• Maintaining a working knowledge of banking laws and regulations with a focus on consumer protection
• Maintaining and achieving high quality in work, client relations, and team relations
• Acquiring the skills necessary to develop quality client relationships and loyalty
• Assuming the responsibility for staff work and ensuring high-quality work is delivered within established deadlines
• Serving in more of a leadership role on client work as technical knowledge and experience grows
• Supporting any training and mentoring to staff and interns as necessary
• Executing and helping to lead client engagement activities in all phases of the project life cycle from start to end

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 years or more of experience in public accounting, regulatory compliance, or related consulting experience
• Proficiency in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA or BS in Accounting or another related field
• Master's degree in accounting or another related field
• Regulatory compliance experience in Bank Compliance, Compliance Audit, and/or as a former Bank Regulator
• Advanced Microsoft Office suite expertise
• Relevant certification (CAMS, CIA, CISA, ACCA, etc.)