Responsibilities : Help in developing the required control systems to prevent or deal with violations of legal guidelines and the internal firm's policies; Assist with the ongoing evaluation of the efficiency of the controls in place within the firm and continuously contribute to their improvement; Analyse any changes in legislations/regulations impacting the firm's activity and assist with the implementation of the required changes to the firm's processes. Draft and modify company policies; Assist with the onboarding of new insurance brokers and ongoing due diligence; Assist with the annual audit of the insurance brokers the firm is trading with, including - but not limited to - site visits, review of key processes/data as well as the preparation of the required report to the Senior Management about the findings; Help with the preparation of Compliance reports for the Senior Management and external regulatory bodies as appropriate. Requirements : BSc/BA in law, finance, business administration or related field Previous experience in quality assurance and auditing experience; Previous experience within a Compliance/Risk/Internal Audit team for a FCA regulated company highly desirable; Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping; Good knowledge of the insurance industry required; Knowledge of the consumer credit industry' standards and regulations a plus; Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities;
Dec 08, 2021
Full time
Responsibilities : Help in developing the required control systems to prevent or deal with violations of legal guidelines and the internal firm's policies; Assist with the ongoing evaluation of the efficiency of the controls in place within the firm and continuously contribute to their improvement; Analyse any changes in legislations/regulations impacting the firm's activity and assist with the implementation of the required changes to the firm's processes. Draft and modify company policies; Assist with the onboarding of new insurance brokers and ongoing due diligence; Assist with the annual audit of the insurance brokers the firm is trading with, including - but not limited to - site visits, review of key processes/data as well as the preparation of the required report to the Senior Management about the findings; Help with the preparation of Compliance reports for the Senior Management and external regulatory bodies as appropriate. Requirements : BSc/BA in law, finance, business administration or related field Previous experience in quality assurance and auditing experience; Previous experience within a Compliance/Risk/Internal Audit team for a FCA regulated company highly desirable; Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping; Good knowledge of the insurance industry required; Knowledge of the consumer credit industry' standards and regulations a plus; Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities;
Specific job responsibilities will include: • EMEA Country GFC Coordination • Assistance with regulatory reporting and requests, e.g. gap analysis, data gathering, outreach and follow-up with stakeholders, initial sense-checks. • Assistance with maintenance of the EMEA Country GFC Manual; obtaining/validating data to update EMEA Country annexes and other EMEA Country GFC procedures • Assistance with reviews of financial crimes-related metrics, information and reports prepared by EMEA Country Compliance. • Preparing draft presentation materials for relevant Financial Crimes forums. Project-managing aspects of the Financial Crimes program and bespoke projects (e.g. collating, summarizing, reviewing and analysing relevant information in relation to ad-hoc initiatives).
Dec 08, 2021
Full time
Specific job responsibilities will include: • EMEA Country GFC Coordination • Assistance with regulatory reporting and requests, e.g. gap analysis, data gathering, outreach and follow-up with stakeholders, initial sense-checks. • Assistance with maintenance of the EMEA Country GFC Manual; obtaining/validating data to update EMEA Country annexes and other EMEA Country GFC procedures • Assistance with reviews of financial crimes-related metrics, information and reports prepared by EMEA Country Compliance. • Preparing draft presentation materials for relevant Financial Crimes forums. Project-managing aspects of the Financial Crimes program and bespoke projects (e.g. collating, summarizing, reviewing and analysing relevant information in relation to ad-hoc initiatives).
An independent function within the business with a focus on: Equities Valuations Credit Valuations A background in either Credit or Equity will be considered Best suited to backgrounds in: Corporate Finance/Transaction Servcies/Valuations
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
An independent function within the business with a focus on: Equities Valuations Credit Valuations A background in either Credit or Equity will be considered Best suited to backgrounds in: Corporate Finance/Transaction Servcies/Valuations
Responsibilities: Challenge monthly FX/Rates valuation results and work with all relevant groups to monitor valuation risks. Advisory position on valuation issues related to new complex transactions Review of approximately booked trades, Overhedges and Significant Transactions Independent review of valuation processes, assessment of potential price testing coverage developments, implementation of tools to enhance controls Collaborate other teams to address model limitations and ensure adequate model governance. Participate as a stakeholder in the early stages of model development and subsequent sign-off. Specific knowledge in Interest Rate and FX markets and derivative products in general including model pricing, market data inputs and risk sensitivities. Knowledge of Valuation Control framework and processes Programming skills - previous exposure to and experience in Excel VBA and Python, ability to contribute to a growing coding library (in Python).
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Responsibilities: Challenge monthly FX/Rates valuation results and work with all relevant groups to monitor valuation risks. Advisory position on valuation issues related to new complex transactions Review of approximately booked trades, Overhedges and Significant Transactions Independent review of valuation processes, assessment of potential price testing coverage developments, implementation of tools to enhance controls Collaborate other teams to address model limitations and ensure adequate model governance. Participate as a stakeholder in the early stages of model development and subsequent sign-off. Specific knowledge in Interest Rate and FX markets and derivative products in general including model pricing, market data inputs and risk sensitivities. Knowledge of Valuation Control framework and processes Programming skills - previous exposure to and experience in Excel VBA and Python, ability to contribute to a growing coding library (in Python).
My client a boutique alternative investment firm with Private Equity, Real Estate & Credit Funds is seeking to add 3 resources to the business due to the launch of its wealth division. Contract:£350-£550 per day Permanent £100,000 - 125,000 permanent £45000 - 60,000
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
My client a boutique alternative investment firm with Private Equity, Real Estate & Credit Funds is seeking to add 3 resources to the business due to the launch of its wealth division. Contract:£350-£550 per day Permanent £100,000 - 125,000 permanent £45000 - 60,000
Your key responsibilities will involve: Preparation of monthly management accounts and balance sheet recs Maintaining the integrity of the ledgers Quarterly VAT returns, annual PSA returns and other ad-hoc reporting Preparation of statutory accounts Month end procedures Other ad-hoc tasks as requested
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Your key responsibilities will involve: Preparation of monthly management accounts and balance sheet recs Maintaining the integrity of the ledgers Quarterly VAT returns, annual PSA returns and other ad-hoc reporting Preparation of statutory accounts Month end procedures Other ad-hoc tasks as requested
Investment Accountant - Investments Firm Completion of set up all investment accounting reconciliations Derivatives Quarterly FM-Custodian-Accounting 3 way reconciliations for all funds Monthly Stale price review Monthly Pricing review Quarterly valuation reviews for pooled funds Establishing a system of reviewing Fund Manager reconciliations received from JPM Internal control documentation and evidence of performance Setting up monthly information pack to aid year-end audit Updating of procedure notes Standard invoice processing (apart from management fees) Downloading and filing of regular information received from all PM and Pooled Funds Review and comparison of management fee / performance fee structure of Pooled Funds Managing the overseas real estate portfolio- Interaction with vendors, reconciliation of expenses, analysis of the balance sheet and income statement.
Nov 30, 2021
Full time
Investment Accountant - Investments Firm Completion of set up all investment accounting reconciliations Derivatives Quarterly FM-Custodian-Accounting 3 way reconciliations for all funds Monthly Stale price review Monthly Pricing review Quarterly valuation reviews for pooled funds Establishing a system of reviewing Fund Manager reconciliations received from JPM Internal control documentation and evidence of performance Setting up monthly information pack to aid year-end audit Updating of procedure notes Standard invoice processing (apart from management fees) Downloading and filing of regular information received from all PM and Pooled Funds Review and comparison of management fee / performance fee structure of Pooled Funds Managing the overseas real estate portfolio- Interaction with vendors, reconciliation of expenses, analysis of the balance sheet and income statement.
The key responsibilities of the role include: · Oversight of the outsourced monthly close process for all UK entities. · Assist in the construction and review of UK statutory accounts, audits, board/SMF papers and other communication materials. · Oversee the ICAAP financial forecasts for the regulated UK entities including the Asset Management, Brokerage and Depositary businesses, working closely with the Financial Analyst & Capital team. · Research and resolve accounting/business transactions and reporting issues, where some expertise is required to interpret and or highlight policy, guidelines and/or processes issues. · Project engagement and management, working on cross-function and location processes, providing added value, insight and support. · Recommend and work to implement process and technology improvements identified in day to day work. Skills/ Qualifications: · Strong IT skills (Excel/Power BI, Word, PowerPoint and general ledgers) are required to perform analysis and communicate financial information to various constituents. · A clear understanding of accounting, reporting and financial control requirements. Demonstrates a good knowledge of standards and procedures required for own tasks. · Attention to detail with strong communication and first class presentation. · Analytical and problem solving skills are required to evaluate financial results and projections. · Highly motivated individual who has the ability to work to tight deadlines. · Demonstrates willingness to help others outside team and learn new processes.
Nov 30, 2021
Full time
The key responsibilities of the role include: · Oversight of the outsourced monthly close process for all UK entities. · Assist in the construction and review of UK statutory accounts, audits, board/SMF papers and other communication materials. · Oversee the ICAAP financial forecasts for the regulated UK entities including the Asset Management, Brokerage and Depositary businesses, working closely with the Financial Analyst & Capital team. · Research and resolve accounting/business transactions and reporting issues, where some expertise is required to interpret and or highlight policy, guidelines and/or processes issues. · Project engagement and management, working on cross-function and location processes, providing added value, insight and support. · Recommend and work to implement process and technology improvements identified in day to day work. Skills/ Qualifications: · Strong IT skills (Excel/Power BI, Word, PowerPoint and general ledgers) are required to perform analysis and communicate financial information to various constituents. · A clear understanding of accounting, reporting and financial control requirements. Demonstrates a good knowledge of standards and procedures required for own tasks. · Attention to detail with strong communication and first class presentation. · Analytical and problem solving skills are required to evaluate financial results and projections. · Highly motivated individual who has the ability to work to tight deadlines. · Demonstrates willingness to help others outside team and learn new processes.