Financial Accountant

Posted 30 May 2023
Salary £40000 - £50000 per annum + hybrid working + bonus
LocationCity of London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceFAACFA230530_1685456743
Contact NameFerdie Arkwright

Job description

A growing commercial bank, based in the City of London are on the lookout for a Financial Accountant from banking to join their hybrid team in supporting the liquidity and capital reporting activities of the bank.

Financial Accountant Responsibilities:

  • Prepare daily reports on the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) and conduct liquidity stress-testing analysis.
  • Provide management with advice on the liquidity implications of commercial business initiatives.
  • Assist in the monthly preparation of liquidity returns, including LCR, Asset and Liability Management Mechanism (ALMM), and PRA110.
  • Enhance the Bank's understanding of future regulatory reporting requirements for liquidity and capital by developing the knowledge base.
  • Conduct user acceptance testing for system functionality related to new products or regulatory reporting and core banking systems.
  • Provide support to the regulatory reporting team in fulfilling wider reporting responsibilities, such as COREP, FINREP, and statistical reporting.

Financial Accountant Profile:

  • 2-4 years of professional experience in regulatory reporting or financial accounting (preferably in banking).
  • Pursuing or having obtained a recognized accountancy qualification is desirable, although not mandatory.
  • Demonstrating a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as the PRA rulebook, CRR, CRD, and liquidity reporting requirements.
  • Displaying proficient knowledge of accounting principles, particularly familiarity with IFRS accounting standards.
  • Having an awareness of project management techniques, systems implementation, and testing processes.

The successful candidate will be paid in between £40,000 - £50,000 alongside a multitude of perks and benefits, including a bonus, private health insurance, dental care and more.