Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers a unique opportunity for a candidate seeking a broad scope of responsibilities and the chance to become a pivotal business partner to senior management across commercial and operational divisions. Key Responsibilities: Produce monthly financial reports and analysis to the highest standard for review by the Financial Controller. Assist in quarterly forecasting for designated departments, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while identifying and communicating potential risks and opportunities. Serve as a primary finance business partner to managers across various departments, providing insightful analysis and reporting to facilitate informed decision-making. Act as a key commercial finance partner to sales managers, supporting with projections, data analysis, pricing strategies, and ad hoc requests. Prepare monthly financial reporting packs for budget holders and commercial managers. Qualifications: Ideally a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), but qualified by experience (QBE) will be considered based on expertise. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Advanced Excel skills. Ability to engage with senior stakeholders effectively. Experience with Sage and Power BI is advantageous. Additional Information: Hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office. Initial 12-month contract with the potential for permanent employment. P47291CH INDFIR
Apr 26, 2024
Contractor
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role offers a unique opportunity for a candidate seeking a broad scope of responsibilities and the chance to become a pivotal business partner to senior management across commercial and operational divisions. Key Responsibilities: Produce monthly financial reports and analysis to the highest standard for review by the Financial Controller. Assist in quarterly forecasting for designated departments, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while identifying and communicating potential risks and opportunities. Serve as a primary finance business partner to managers across various departments, providing insightful analysis and reporting to facilitate informed decision-making. Act as a key commercial finance partner to sales managers, supporting with projections, data analysis, pricing strategies, and ad hoc requests. Prepare monthly financial reporting packs for budget holders and commercial managers. Qualifications: Ideally a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), but qualified by experience (QBE) will be considered based on expertise. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Advanced Excel skills. Ability to engage with senior stakeholders effectively. Experience with Sage and Power BI is advantageous. Additional Information: Hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office. Initial 12-month contract with the potential for permanent employment. P47291CH INDFIR
Fast growing business to business Financial Services Business requires Client Manager/Business Analyst for their growing team. This is yet another addition to the growing team! This is another newly created role that will offer development and progression to the right candidate and the opportunity to work in a really lovely working environment. As a part of the Financial Analyst/Client Management team, you will play an integral part of sustaining the growth of the business. Your core activities will include; Supporting clients with identifying qualifying for tax benefits. This role is client facing and relies on the successful candidate dealing with senior technical personnel efficiently and effectively, on a one-to-one basis. Commitment to assisting SMEs and Large companies collate the necessary information to prepare successful tax returns in a timely and professional manner Conducting detailed Project Technical Report Calls with clients / key personnel to establish eligible R&D projects and activities. Drafting Project Technical Reports disclosing the projects discussed in the meeting, in line with guidelines for R&D for Tax purposes. Being able to understand R&D tax legislation and maximise client benefit via researching and solving tax issues. To liaise with industry professionals and accountants regarding the R&D project costing and developments Communicating with clients and accountants in order to obtain the required information needed to complete the R&D return. Completing tax computations to calculate client options, then discussing this with their accountant and dealing with any queries. Keeping up to date with up-and-coming changes in tax legislation and communicating this to clients and accountants. Actively manage your own workload and update progress in internal systems and provide updates to management. Maintain a high level of organisation at all times, identifying where all clients assigned to you are within the pipeline, to ensure every client has an associated claim processing plan. It would be an advantage for this role if the successful candidate came from a Financial Services background, however this is not vital. The right candidate will come from a strong Client Management , will be used to face to face customer meetings and will have excellent excel skills. This role will offer training to the right person. My client also supports a motivated working environment and excellent benefits
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Fast growing business to business Financial Services Business requires Client Manager/Business Analyst for their growing team. This is yet another addition to the growing team! This is another newly created role that will offer development and progression to the right candidate and the opportunity to work in a really lovely working environment. As a part of the Financial Analyst/Client Management team, you will play an integral part of sustaining the growth of the business. Your core activities will include; Supporting clients with identifying qualifying for tax benefits. This role is client facing and relies on the successful candidate dealing with senior technical personnel efficiently and effectively, on a one-to-one basis. Commitment to assisting SMEs and Large companies collate the necessary information to prepare successful tax returns in a timely and professional manner Conducting detailed Project Technical Report Calls with clients / key personnel to establish eligible R&D projects and activities. Drafting Project Technical Reports disclosing the projects discussed in the meeting, in line with guidelines for R&D for Tax purposes. Being able to understand R&D tax legislation and maximise client benefit via researching and solving tax issues. To liaise with industry professionals and accountants regarding the R&D project costing and developments Communicating with clients and accountants in order to obtain the required information needed to complete the R&D return. Completing tax computations to calculate client options, then discussing this with their accountant and dealing with any queries. Keeping up to date with up-and-coming changes in tax legislation and communicating this to clients and accountants. Actively manage your own workload and update progress in internal systems and provide updates to management. Maintain a high level of organisation at all times, identifying where all clients assigned to you are within the pipeline, to ensure every client has an associated claim processing plan. It would be an advantage for this role if the successful candidate came from a Financial Services background, however this is not vital. The right candidate will come from a strong Client Management , will be used to face to face customer meetings and will have excellent excel skills. This role will offer training to the right person. My client also supports a motivated working environment and excellent benefits
Head of Pricing & Analytics Team Finance Location Holborn Office County Central London Ref # 21470 Closing Date 10-May-2024 We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities. What you will do: • Serve as key member of management for annual budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and wider revenue, balance sheet optimisation, and identifying opportunities to improve underperforming products, segments and business areas • Manage volume (and pipeline tracking) and profitability reporting, budgeting and forecasting at both product and segment level across the Bank, at both portfolio and front book origination level • Utilise internal management systems, reporting tools, analytics, and metrics to provide business interpretation and analysis of data to other members of management, and make recommendations for organisational and operational improvements • Embed pricing discipline across the organisation, ensuring appropriate usage of pricing and maintenance of pricing models across the organisation • Contribute to new product initiatives pricing • Partnering with the business whilst providing timely, insightful and commercial dialogue, including managing (and "scorekeeping") emerging risks and issues, and responding to the changing market and wider macroeconomic outlook • Collaborate with the cost management function so pricing decisioning is supported by identified cost unit economics / cost allocation methodologies • Manage and coach both direct reports and the wider analysts and accountants within the team, ensuring responsibilities are understood, performance is monitored, and development support is required where necessary And we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the ability to call out any concerns. What you will need: • Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders • Technical Accounting knowledge and previous experience within Banking, Payments and Financial Services • Expertise in financial modelling, developing, and establishing rigorous pricing methodologies, systems, and infrastructure, along with corresponding reporting tools, metrics, and analytics • Experience in Senior Leadership Team (SLT) stakeholder management to influence colleagues across the Bank and manage complex financial processes to drive innovation, positive transformation, and continuous improvement • Exceptional presentation and communication skills to articulate complex, modelling / financial appraisal techniques in way that the Board/ExCo/SLT can make informed decisions • Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent • Attention to detail, to ensure the output from the Pricing function is exceptional, aligned to the Bank's culture and in line with best practice • Understanding of Banking, Treasury, Financial, Risk and Management concepts Our promise to you • We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts! • We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!). • We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible. Important Footnote Diverse teams really are the best teams. We know that candidates (especially women, research tells us) may be put off applying for a job unless they can tick every box. We also know that 'normal' office hours aren't always doable, and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we are happy to be asked. So if you are excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet why not give it a whirl? Please note that sometimes we may close a job earlier for applications if we are inundated with amazing candidates Good luck!
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Head of Pricing & Analytics Team Finance Location Holborn Office County Central London Ref # 21470 Closing Date 10-May-2024 We have been awarded the "Most Loved Workplace"! At Metro Bank, people come first - our culture is all about bringing the best out in our colleagues, and making sure everyone feels valued, respected, seen and included. We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace and to find the very best person for the job, we always look across a wide range of diverse communities. What you will do: • Serve as key member of management for annual budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and wider revenue, balance sheet optimisation, and identifying opportunities to improve underperforming products, segments and business areas • Manage volume (and pipeline tracking) and profitability reporting, budgeting and forecasting at both product and segment level across the Bank, at both portfolio and front book origination level • Utilise internal management systems, reporting tools, analytics, and metrics to provide business interpretation and analysis of data to other members of management, and make recommendations for organisational and operational improvements • Embed pricing discipline across the organisation, ensuring appropriate usage of pricing and maintenance of pricing models across the organisation • Contribute to new product initiatives pricing • Partnering with the business whilst providing timely, insightful and commercial dialogue, including managing (and "scorekeeping") emerging risks and issues, and responding to the changing market and wider macroeconomic outlook • Collaborate with the cost management function so pricing decisioning is supported by identified cost unit economics / cost allocation methodologies • Manage and coach both direct reports and the wider analysts and accountants within the team, ensuring responsibilities are understood, performance is monitored, and development support is required where necessary And we are a bank so risk is a part of everything we do. We love people who take responsibility, do the right thing for customers, colleagues and Metro Bank and have the ability to call out any concerns. What you will need: • Understand the risks associated with your job and what that means for you, Metro Bank and all our stakeholders • Technical Accounting knowledge and previous experience within Banking, Payments and Financial Services • Expertise in financial modelling, developing, and establishing rigorous pricing methodologies, systems, and infrastructure, along with corresponding reporting tools, metrics, and analytics • Experience in Senior Leadership Team (SLT) stakeholder management to influence colleagues across the Bank and manage complex financial processes to drive innovation, positive transformation, and continuous improvement • Exceptional presentation and communication skills to articulate complex, modelling / financial appraisal techniques in way that the Board/ExCo/SLT can make informed decisions • Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent • Attention to detail, to ensure the output from the Pricing function is exceptional, aligned to the Bank's culture and in line with best practice • Understanding of Banking, Treasury, Financial, Risk and Management concepts Our promise to you • We will make sure that you are well-rewarded by providing you with a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, and a wide range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance, attractive pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, and a number of colleague discounts! • We will give you the training to ensure you succeed in your role and plenty of internal opportunities to progress your career (around 40% of our recruitment comes from internal promotions!). • We are also all about balance so most of our jobs offer the opportunity for hybrid working built around your role and home life, wherever possible. Important Footnote Diverse teams really are the best teams. We know that candidates (especially women, research tells us) may be put off applying for a job unless they can tick every box. We also know that 'normal' office hours aren't always doable, and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we are happy to be asked. So if you are excited about working with us and think you can do much of what we are looking for but aren't sure if you are 100% there yet why not give it a whirl? Please note that sometimes we may close a job earlier for applications if we are inundated with amazing candidates Good luck!
Assistant Accountant - Willenhall Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £33,000 per year Location: Please provide location We are seeking a Assistant Accountant with a keen eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to provide critical financial insights that drive business decisions. Day to Day of the role: Prepare and analyse monthly financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for financial improvement. Assist in the development of comprehensive annual budgets and forecasts. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial performance and health. Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to management based on thorough analysis. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions. Support external auditors with audit schedules and necessary documentation during annual audits. Maintain precise financial records using accounting software, such as Xero. Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulatory compliance. Manage project cost coding to ensure correct allocation of expenses. Required Skills & Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Accounting & Finance or 5 years of industry experience. Profound knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel. Exceptional analytical skills for interpreting complex financial data. Familiarity with Accounts Payable processes and procedures. Independent work ethic, coupled with strong team collaboration abilities. Excellent communication skills for effective financial information presentation. Benefits: Competitive salary with potential for growth. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment. Exposure to diverse financial operations and the chance to make impactful decisions. To apply for the Financial Analyst position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Assistant Accountant - Willenhall Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £33,000 per year Location: Please provide location We are seeking a Assistant Accountant with a keen eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to provide critical financial insights that drive business decisions. Day to Day of the role: Prepare and analyse monthly financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for financial improvement. Assist in the development of comprehensive annual budgets and forecasts. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial performance and health. Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to management based on thorough analysis. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions. Support external auditors with audit schedules and necessary documentation during annual audits. Maintain precise financial records using accounting software, such as Xero. Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulatory compliance. Manage project cost coding to ensure correct allocation of expenses. Required Skills & Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in Accounting & Finance or 5 years of industry experience. Profound knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel. Exceptional analytical skills for interpreting complex financial data. Familiarity with Accounts Payable processes and procedures. Independent work ethic, coupled with strong team collaboration abilities. Excellent communication skills for effective financial information presentation. Benefits: Competitive salary with potential for growth. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment. Exposure to diverse financial operations and the chance to make impactful decisions. To apply for the Financial Analyst position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Financial Data Analyst Great opportunity to join leading global professional service practice experiencing growth across the UK and in its Newcastle Data Analytics team. The business has efficiently developed extraordinary technologies, making huge strides in producing analytics with great speed, large data volumes and cutting edge automation. Thanks to growing demand and major business wins with large and blue chip clients operating in diverse market sectors, we're looking to recruit a Financial Data Analyst. Working in advance of Assurance assignments and in support of Planning and Review activity, main Financial Data Analyst responsibilities include: • Scoping analytics assignments with the client service team • Liaising with clients to obtain required data and extract from client systems • Developing an understanding of how to use popular accounting systems (e.g. SAP, ORACLE, SAGE) • Populating the company's proprietary analytical tools and understand the audit assurance obtained from them • Designing and performing tailored analysis to help the client service teams better understand the client's business and ledgers • Reviewing colleagues' work - readiness to buddy, coach, mentor and motivate • Liaising with audit service teams to understand the results of their investigations, root causes of anomalies/trends within the data and impact on the financial audit As Financial Data Analyst, you will need: • Strong, relevant Accountancy experience, perhaps gained in Accounts/Finance with a medium/large organisation or Finance Shared Service Centre • A solid understanding of key ledgers (AP/AR/GL) with exposure to more advanced accounting skills and knowledge - highly experienced Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Management Accountant, Analyst or Senior/Supervisor/Team Leader in Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable • Ideally fully or part qualified qualified (ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA) or equivalent • Sound working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Access. MS SQL Server/Visual Basic ideally with ERP and Accounting systems also desireable but not essential • An understanding of Analytics and Audit processes • Strong communication • Customer focus, drive, confidence and initiative - an appetite for progression to management is advantageous • The ability to deal with high pressure situations and meet deadlines Rewards and benefits: • Salary c.£41,000 plus excellent flexible benefits package • To secure maximum specified pay/rewards, you must possess all outlined experience, skills and knowledge • Permanent role and fixed term contracts available • Attractive city centre office and hybrid working • Acknowledged as one of the world's best companies to work for Please note: High levels of interest mean we will only contact you if your application is shortlisted and this will happen within five working days. You must also be eligible to work in the UK. Financial Data Analyst, Newcastle
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Financial Data Analyst Great opportunity to join leading global professional service practice experiencing growth across the UK and in its Newcastle Data Analytics team. The business has efficiently developed extraordinary technologies, making huge strides in producing analytics with great speed, large data volumes and cutting edge automation. Thanks to growing demand and major business wins with large and blue chip clients operating in diverse market sectors, we're looking to recruit a Financial Data Analyst. Working in advance of Assurance assignments and in support of Planning and Review activity, main Financial Data Analyst responsibilities include: • Scoping analytics assignments with the client service team • Liaising with clients to obtain required data and extract from client systems • Developing an understanding of how to use popular accounting systems (e.g. SAP, ORACLE, SAGE) • Populating the company's proprietary analytical tools and understand the audit assurance obtained from them • Designing and performing tailored analysis to help the client service teams better understand the client's business and ledgers • Reviewing colleagues' work - readiness to buddy, coach, mentor and motivate • Liaising with audit service teams to understand the results of their investigations, root causes of anomalies/trends within the data and impact on the financial audit As Financial Data Analyst, you will need: • Strong, relevant Accountancy experience, perhaps gained in Accounts/Finance with a medium/large organisation or Finance Shared Service Centre • A solid understanding of key ledgers (AP/AR/GL) with exposure to more advanced accounting skills and knowledge - highly experienced Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Management Accountant, Analyst or Senior/Supervisor/Team Leader in Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable • Ideally fully or part qualified qualified (ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA) or equivalent • Sound working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Access. MS SQL Server/Visual Basic ideally with ERP and Accounting systems also desireable but not essential • An understanding of Analytics and Audit processes • Strong communication • Customer focus, drive, confidence and initiative - an appetite for progression to management is advantageous • The ability to deal with high pressure situations and meet deadlines Rewards and benefits: • Salary c.£41,000 plus excellent flexible benefits package • To secure maximum specified pay/rewards, you must possess all outlined experience, skills and knowledge • Permanent role and fixed term contracts available • Attractive city centre office and hybrid working • Acknowledged as one of the world's best companies to work for Please note: High levels of interest mean we will only contact you if your application is shortlisted and this will happen within five working days. You must also be eligible to work in the UK. Financial Data Analyst, Newcastle
Role Title: Management Accountant Contract: 12 Months Location: Warwick / Hybrid (on-site expectation of 2-3 days per week) Pontoon/ Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. About: Do you want to work for a FTSE 100 company that champions personal development and is a market leader in the UK's drive to net zero? Our leading energy Client are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to come and join their Warwick based Interconnectors team for an exciting 12 month engagement! Our client are one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. Their diverse portfolio of low carbon and renewable energy businesses across the UK, Europe and US includes sub-sea interconnectors, liquefied natural gas, battery storage, wind and solar power. They operate and own six interconnectors which allow them to trade excess power between different countries! Responsibilities: Joining the Interconnectors Finance team you'll work hand in hand with the business and ensure they and our leaders understand their financial performance, deliver insightful and accurate financial reporting and support with the forecasting process ensuring ambitious and deliverable business plans. We support the business to find opportunities to embed efficiencies that drive value for shareholders and consumers, and we provide insight and challenge where we see risks to performance. About You: Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA Experience working within a matrix team structure Experience operating as a Financial Analyst including managing the monthly accounting and reporting providing accurate and value add reporting to the business. Other key attributes: Ability to present finance to non-finance professionals and the desire to do more than simply report numbers Highly focused on process improvement and controls Financial reporting, planning, forecasting and risk management Focused on the detail, with excellent analytical and problem solving skills SAP experience (preferable) If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 72 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Role Title: Management Accountant Contract: 12 Months Location: Warwick / Hybrid (on-site expectation of 2-3 days per week) Pontoon/ Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. About: Do you want to work for a FTSE 100 company that champions personal development and is a market leader in the UK's drive to net zero? Our leading energy Client are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to come and join their Warwick based Interconnectors team for an exciting 12 month engagement! Our client are one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. Their diverse portfolio of low carbon and renewable energy businesses across the UK, Europe and US includes sub-sea interconnectors, liquefied natural gas, battery storage, wind and solar power. They operate and own six interconnectors which allow them to trade excess power between different countries! Responsibilities: Joining the Interconnectors Finance team you'll work hand in hand with the business and ensure they and our leaders understand their financial performance, deliver insightful and accurate financial reporting and support with the forecasting process ensuring ambitious and deliverable business plans. We support the business to find opportunities to embed efficiencies that drive value for shareholders and consumers, and we provide insight and challenge where we see risks to performance. About You: Qualified Accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA Experience working within a matrix team structure Experience operating as a Financial Analyst including managing the monthly accounting and reporting providing accurate and value add reporting to the business. Other key attributes: Ability to present finance to non-finance professionals and the desire to do more than simply report numbers Highly focused on process improvement and controls Financial reporting, planning, forecasting and risk management Focused on the detail, with excellent analytical and problem solving skills SAP experience (preferable) If you believe you have the experience required, please apply with your CV now for instant consideration! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 72 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Role: Private Equity Valuations Analyst - Senior Associate The Team: The Private Equity Valuations team is a market leader in supporting our clients with independent valuations of illiquid debt and private equity investments. Since inception the department has been amongst the fastest-growing areas within S&P Global; our analyst teams in London, Dallas, Singapore and India serve over 300 institutional investors across the globe covering notable names in start-up, growth, mature and distressed spectra. The Impact: The Private Markets represents a high investment area with clients increasingly looking to independent specialists such as S&P Global to support them in their valuation process. This role represents a great opportunity to work in a high growth space and deal directly with leading clients across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, hedge funds and institutional investors. What's in it for you: • Opportunity to work in a fast growing business • Build relationships with leading clients across the private markets spectrum • Develop new skills and learn about various sectors/geographies across our client's portfolios Responsibilities: • Performing valuations on a wide range of illiquid investments across industries and geographies while using accepted and relevant approaches and theory • Presenting analyses and conclusions including written reports, and handling valuation queries from clients • Contributing to the design and enhancement of the financial models used to perform valuations • Working with management to build and maintain client relationships • Attending relevant industry events to broaden your knowledge and experience within the alternative asset industry What We're Looking For: • Qualified accountant or CFA charterholder (or in process of obtaining qualification) • Multiple years experience of constructing and reviewing valuation models including: DCF, comparable company / bond, and option pricing models • Experience of managing delivery of valuations and provision of responses to client challenges • Knowledge of software packages including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint • Ability to adapt and support new business opportunities • Ability to use Macro/Python/R and other programming languages is beneficial, but not essential About S&P Global Market Intelligence At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, andmake decisions with conviction. For more information, visit . What's In It For You? Our Purpose: Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world. Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation - Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn't stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all. - Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. - 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), PDMGDV202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning) Job ID: 289908 Posted On: 2024-03-20 Location: London, United Kingdom
Apr 20, 2024
Full time
About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Role: Private Equity Valuations Analyst - Senior Associate The Team: The Private Equity Valuations team is a market leader in supporting our clients with independent valuations of illiquid debt and private equity investments. Since inception the department has been amongst the fastest-growing areas within S&P Global; our analyst teams in London, Dallas, Singapore and India serve over 300 institutional investors across the globe covering notable names in start-up, growth, mature and distressed spectra. The Impact: The Private Markets represents a high investment area with clients increasingly looking to independent specialists such as S&P Global to support them in their valuation process. This role represents a great opportunity to work in a high growth space and deal directly with leading clients across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, hedge funds and institutional investors. What's in it for you: • Opportunity to work in a fast growing business • Build relationships with leading clients across the private markets spectrum • Develop new skills and learn about various sectors/geographies across our client's portfolios Responsibilities: • Performing valuations on a wide range of illiquid investments across industries and geographies while using accepted and relevant approaches and theory • Presenting analyses and conclusions including written reports, and handling valuation queries from clients • Contributing to the design and enhancement of the financial models used to perform valuations • Working with management to build and maintain client relationships • Attending relevant industry events to broaden your knowledge and experience within the alternative asset industry What We're Looking For: • Qualified accountant or CFA charterholder (or in process of obtaining qualification) • Multiple years experience of constructing and reviewing valuation models including: DCF, comparable company / bond, and option pricing models • Experience of managing delivery of valuations and provision of responses to client challenges • Knowledge of software packages including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint • Ability to adapt and support new business opportunities • Ability to use Macro/Python/R and other programming languages is beneficial, but not essential About S&P Global Market Intelligence At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, andmake decisions with conviction. For more information, visit . What's In It For You? Our Purpose: Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world. Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation - Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn't stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all. - Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. - 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), PDMGDV202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning) Job ID: 289908 Posted On: 2024-03-20 Location: London, United Kingdom
FP&A Analyst up to £50k depending on experience MUST be actively studying, PQ or finalist Hybrid working West End I am currently recruiting for a fantastic role role within one of the nations favourite retailers!They are looking for an experienced FP&A analyst or commercial Management Accountant with experience in budgeting & forecasting and reporting, to join their FP&A team. This role will require you to have had previous experience in month end, balance sheet reconciliations, working capital and variance analysis (actuals vs budget) This company is incredibly employee centric and offers great development opportunities. Responsibilities will include: Support the preparation of the corporate budget, forecasts and the corporate plan covering the company's cash flow and balance sheet and other KPIs for the Retail business, which will involve: Working closely with Finance teams, developing an understanding of trends in performance primarily for Balance sheet areas, and key issues, activities, and timetables Coordinating the development of cash generating initiatives and providing necessary challenge and insight Consolidating submissions into the corporate picture, providing constructive challenge to relevant Finance teams Assisting in the production of executive summaries and board papers which distil the data and focus on the key issues Support the production of timely, accurate, and insightful periodic Retail management accounts Coordinate and consolidate the Working Capital & Balance Sheet Latest View process by working closely with stakeholders on their latest expectations, tracking through cash generating initiatives and monitoring the risks and opportunities Provide Treasury with robust weekly Retail cash forecasting and analysis of any reported variances, with more frequent views provided in the run up to the half year and full year reporting dates Produce accurate and timely management reporting information for various senior forums including insightful commentary to support the key summary documents Work closely with Finance teams to establish consistency and develop best practice Support the Group Finance and Investor Relations teams on the corporate interim and preliminary financial reporting process Assist in the production of a high quality internal and external financial / business review in addition to producing the supporting Q&A document for the CFO answering queries raised to support external reporting Responsible for cross-referencing and producing accurate documentation in all areas What you need to know and show Part qualified / finalist level (or studying towards an accounting qualification) Prior experience of working capital management and experience with balance sheet reconciliations Effective communicator with stakeholders, ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders & build trusted relationships Team player, able to work effectively within frameworks without direct supervision Strong Excel and numerical skills, with an aptitude for turning data into analysis and insight and being able to clearly articulate this through your communication Strong commercial acumen and ability to understand key business performance drivers Understanding of the importance of strong financial controls Strong planning and prioritisation skills Strong presentation and communication skills (both verbal & written) Resilience (flexible and able to cope with time pressure, risk & ambiguity) A desire for continuous improvement to be best in class Experience in a business-facing Finance role, preferably Retail Delivery of process improvements
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
FP&A Analyst up to £50k depending on experience MUST be actively studying, PQ or finalist Hybrid working West End I am currently recruiting for a fantastic role role within one of the nations favourite retailers!They are looking for an experienced FP&A analyst or commercial Management Accountant with experience in budgeting & forecasting and reporting, to join their FP&A team. This role will require you to have had previous experience in month end, balance sheet reconciliations, working capital and variance analysis (actuals vs budget) This company is incredibly employee centric and offers great development opportunities. Responsibilities will include: Support the preparation of the corporate budget, forecasts and the corporate plan covering the company's cash flow and balance sheet and other KPIs for the Retail business, which will involve: Working closely with Finance teams, developing an understanding of trends in performance primarily for Balance sheet areas, and key issues, activities, and timetables Coordinating the development of cash generating initiatives and providing necessary challenge and insight Consolidating submissions into the corporate picture, providing constructive challenge to relevant Finance teams Assisting in the production of executive summaries and board papers which distil the data and focus on the key issues Support the production of timely, accurate, and insightful periodic Retail management accounts Coordinate and consolidate the Working Capital & Balance Sheet Latest View process by working closely with stakeholders on their latest expectations, tracking through cash generating initiatives and monitoring the risks and opportunities Provide Treasury with robust weekly Retail cash forecasting and analysis of any reported variances, with more frequent views provided in the run up to the half year and full year reporting dates Produce accurate and timely management reporting information for various senior forums including insightful commentary to support the key summary documents Work closely with Finance teams to establish consistency and develop best practice Support the Group Finance and Investor Relations teams on the corporate interim and preliminary financial reporting process Assist in the production of a high quality internal and external financial / business review in addition to producing the supporting Q&A document for the CFO answering queries raised to support external reporting Responsible for cross-referencing and producing accurate documentation in all areas What you need to know and show Part qualified / finalist level (or studying towards an accounting qualification) Prior experience of working capital management and experience with balance sheet reconciliations Effective communicator with stakeholders, ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders & build trusted relationships Team player, able to work effectively within frameworks without direct supervision Strong Excel and numerical skills, with an aptitude for turning data into analysis and insight and being able to clearly articulate this through your communication Strong commercial acumen and ability to understand key business performance drivers Understanding of the importance of strong financial controls Strong planning and prioritisation skills Strong presentation and communication skills (both verbal & written) Resilience (flexible and able to cope with time pressure, risk & ambiguity) A desire for continuous improvement to be best in class Experience in a business-facing Finance role, preferably Retail Delivery of process improvements
Job Title : Senior Finance Business Partner Location : Brighton Salary: £49,920 - £65,520 Job Type: Full time - Permanent Closing date for applications: 28th April 2024 Employer: BIMM University Department: Finance Are you a seasoned finance professional with a skill for building strategic partnerships and delivering insightful management reporting? BIMM University is seeking a talented individual to fill the role of Senior Finance Business Partner, responsible for driving financial performance and planning processes within a defined business area. What You'll Do: Deputy Leadership: Act as the deputy in the absence of the Assistant Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, ensuring continuity and effective decision-making. Operational Oversight: Take charge of complex business areas, serving as the point of escalation for operational issues and ensuring smooth day-to-day financial operations. Reporting Excellence: Consolidate reporting across multiple currencies, delivering accurate and timely performance reporting with detailed analysis to senior business managers. Strategic Collaboration: Support the annual planning cycle by collaborating with senior managers to develop plans, budgets, and forecasts that align with key business drivers. Financial Integrity: Prepare and process monthly journal entries, oversee balance sheet reconciliations, and investigate variances to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. System Maintenance: Liaise with the finance operations team to maintain the accounting system, facilitating seamless financial processes. Audit Support: Assist in the collation of information required for the year-end audit process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Project Contribution: Provide support to strategic and finance projects across the university, contributing your expertise to drive continuous improvement. What You'll Bring: Financial Expertise: Newly qualified or qualified by experience, with a track record of delivering financial business partnering services. Planning Proficiency: Experience supporting the financial planning cycle, including forecasts, budgets, and plans, reflecting key business drivers. Interpersonal Excellence: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with internal stakeholders. Analytical Acumen: Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, including the use of Microsoft Office tools and financial planning software. Organisational Agility: Excellent organisation skills, capable of balancing competing priorities and delivering results within deadlines. At BIMM University, we offer a stimulating environment where your expertise can make a real difference. If you're ready to join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in education, apply now to become our next Senior Finance Business Partner! Why BIMM University? We are a values led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do. In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to: 25 days holiday per year (FTE) SMART pension A comprehensive benefits package We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation. We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students, therefore all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including DBS. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Xero Specialist, Accountant, Accounts Clerk, Chartered Accountancy, Qualified Accountant, Bookkeeper, SAGE50, Sage Line 50, SAGE 200, Revenue Accountant, Finance Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Management Accountant, Finance Accountant, Accounts Payable, Group Accountant, People Processes, Purchase Ledger, Accountant, Financial Analyst, Chartered Accountant, Financial Accountancy, Credit control, Credit Controller, Accounts Receivable, Payment Processing, Financial Controller, Accounts Coordinator, Bookkeeping Assistant, Accountant, Finance Controller, Revenue Accountancy, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, will also be considered for this role.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Job Title : Senior Finance Business Partner Location : Brighton Salary: £49,920 - £65,520 Job Type: Full time - Permanent Closing date for applications: 28th April 2024 Employer: BIMM University Department: Finance Are you a seasoned finance professional with a skill for building strategic partnerships and delivering insightful management reporting? BIMM University is seeking a talented individual to fill the role of Senior Finance Business Partner, responsible for driving financial performance and planning processes within a defined business area. What You'll Do: Deputy Leadership: Act as the deputy in the absence of the Assistant Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, ensuring continuity and effective decision-making. Operational Oversight: Take charge of complex business areas, serving as the point of escalation for operational issues and ensuring smooth day-to-day financial operations. Reporting Excellence: Consolidate reporting across multiple currencies, delivering accurate and timely performance reporting with detailed analysis to senior business managers. Strategic Collaboration: Support the annual planning cycle by collaborating with senior managers to develop plans, budgets, and forecasts that align with key business drivers. Financial Integrity: Prepare and process monthly journal entries, oversee balance sheet reconciliations, and investigate variances to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. System Maintenance: Liaise with the finance operations team to maintain the accounting system, facilitating seamless financial processes. Audit Support: Assist in the collation of information required for the year-end audit process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Project Contribution: Provide support to strategic and finance projects across the university, contributing your expertise to drive continuous improvement. What You'll Bring: Financial Expertise: Newly qualified or qualified by experience, with a track record of delivering financial business partnering services. Planning Proficiency: Experience supporting the financial planning cycle, including forecasts, budgets, and plans, reflecting key business drivers. Interpersonal Excellence: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with internal stakeholders. Analytical Acumen: Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, including the use of Microsoft Office tools and financial planning software. Organisational Agility: Excellent organisation skills, capable of balancing competing priorities and delivering results within deadlines. At BIMM University, we offer a stimulating environment where your expertise can make a real difference. If you're ready to join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in education, apply now to become our next Senior Finance Business Partner! Why BIMM University? We are a values led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do. In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to: 25 days holiday per year (FTE) SMART pension A comprehensive benefits package We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation. We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students, therefore all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including DBS. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Xero Specialist, Accountant, Accounts Clerk, Chartered Accountancy, Qualified Accountant, Bookkeeper, SAGE50, Sage Line 50, SAGE 200, Revenue Accountant, Finance Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Management Accountant, Finance Accountant, Accounts Payable, Group Accountant, People Processes, Purchase Ledger, Accountant, Financial Analyst, Chartered Accountant, Financial Accountancy, Credit control, Credit Controller, Accounts Receivable, Payment Processing, Financial Controller, Accounts Coordinator, Bookkeeping Assistant, Accountant, Finance Controller, Revenue Accountancy, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, will also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Reporting, Risk and Control Finance Manager Application Deadline: 1st February, candidates will be considered as they apply About the Role The Education Management Reporting, Planning and Analysis MRPA team support Macmillan Education's management as a whole with regular and ad-hoc financial information. The most important activities undertaken in the team are ad-hoc and periodic (e.g monthly, quarterly) reporting of financial data and periodic financial budgeting and forecasting working in appropriate structures for management decision making, as well as advising management on how these data are to be interpreted and what conclusion can be drawn from them. The Reporting, Risk and Control Finance Manager is responsible for ensuring the integrity of our financial processes enhancing internal controls and managing risks to support the overall success of our organization. This role will focus on Macmillan Education, with extended responsibilities for key tasks across the Education and Health divisions of Springer Nature. This role will also provide maternity cover support, the key focus area will be providing meaningful decision support to the Language Learning Management Board in managing the global Investment in Content budget, as well as acting as business partner on commercial and sales topics as needed. The role also encompasses oversight of the indirect costs for the UK business. Role Responsibilities: Conduct thorough risk assessments and identify potential areas of exposure Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, providing timely and insightful risk analysis reports Chair the internal governance and risk committee of Macmillan Education Ltd., facilitating discussions on key risk and compliance areas and proposing strategic recommendations Evaluate and enhance internal Anti Bribery Fraud & Corruption (ABF&C) controls, ensuring compliance with Springer Nature Group standards and regulatory requirements Follow up on internal audits finding and ensure mitigation measures are implemented across the businesses. Lead the review process for tenders and conduct sanction checks on business partners and vendors when required Business partner with publishing teams supporting them with any finance related topics including in the appraisal of new investment Own the forecasting and reporting processes in relation to the publishing teams. Line management of Finance Analyst role, providing oversight of all month end, forecasting and budgeting requirements Experience, Skills & Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) is essential Proven experience in risk management and control functions Experience in chairing committees and collaborating with cross-functional teams Strong communication skills and excellent relationship builder, able to deal with senior stakeholders A commercially minded individual with excellent analytical and data interpretations Highly organised individual who is able to both work to deadlines while juggling the demands of the business Technically strong with reasonable knowledge of IFRS Business case and financial modelling skills would be a plus To apply: applicants should include a CV and a cover letter explaining their interest in the post. About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities - enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Reporting, Risk and Control Finance Manager Application Deadline: 1st February, candidates will be considered as they apply About the Role The Education Management Reporting, Planning and Analysis MRPA team support Macmillan Education's management as a whole with regular and ad-hoc financial information. The most important activities undertaken in the team are ad-hoc and periodic (e.g monthly, quarterly) reporting of financial data and periodic financial budgeting and forecasting working in appropriate structures for management decision making, as well as advising management on how these data are to be interpreted and what conclusion can be drawn from them. The Reporting, Risk and Control Finance Manager is responsible for ensuring the integrity of our financial processes enhancing internal controls and managing risks to support the overall success of our organization. This role will focus on Macmillan Education, with extended responsibilities for key tasks across the Education and Health divisions of Springer Nature. This role will also provide maternity cover support, the key focus area will be providing meaningful decision support to the Language Learning Management Board in managing the global Investment in Content budget, as well as acting as business partner on commercial and sales topics as needed. The role also encompasses oversight of the indirect costs for the UK business. Role Responsibilities: Conduct thorough risk assessments and identify potential areas of exposure Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, providing timely and insightful risk analysis reports Chair the internal governance and risk committee of Macmillan Education Ltd., facilitating discussions on key risk and compliance areas and proposing strategic recommendations Evaluate and enhance internal Anti Bribery Fraud & Corruption (ABF&C) controls, ensuring compliance with Springer Nature Group standards and regulatory requirements Follow up on internal audits finding and ensure mitigation measures are implemented across the businesses. Lead the review process for tenders and conduct sanction checks on business partners and vendors when required Business partner with publishing teams supporting them with any finance related topics including in the appraisal of new investment Own the forecasting and reporting processes in relation to the publishing teams. Line management of Finance Analyst role, providing oversight of all month end, forecasting and budgeting requirements Experience, Skills & Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) is essential Proven experience in risk management and control functions Experience in chairing committees and collaborating with cross-functional teams Strong communication skills and excellent relationship builder, able to deal with senior stakeholders A commercially minded individual with excellent analytical and data interpretations Highly organised individual who is able to both work to deadlines while juggling the demands of the business Technically strong with reasonable knowledge of IFRS Business case and financial modelling skills would be a plus To apply: applicants should include a CV and a cover letter explaining their interest in the post. About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities - enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.
Warehouse Operations Management Accountant Leicestershire. £50,000 - £55 ,000 p/a + benefits Our client, a well-known UK distribution brand are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join they're growing team as a Management Accountant/Financial Analyst to work within their warehouse operations click apply for full job details
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Warehouse Operations Management Accountant Leicestershire. £50,000 - £55 ,000 p/a + benefits Our client, a well-known UK distribution brand are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join they're growing team as a Management Accountant/Financial Analyst to work within their warehouse operations click apply for full job details
Job Introduction BBC Studios is the commercial arm of the BBC. We are a global creative powerhouse for the development, production and distribution of bold, British, content. With a turnover of around £1.6 billion, we aim to bring customers and audiences across the world distinctive and high quality content covering a range of specialisms, through a unique combination of BBC editorial values, cutting edge craft, and access to diverse talent across all markets. We have an opportunity for a Management Accountant to join the Brands & Licensing finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This newly-created role will work across 3 key lines of businesses within Consumer Products & Licensing, namely Radio & Music, Live Events and Motion Gallery. There may also be opportunities to assist in other businesses where necessary. The Management Accountant will provide professional financial support to key stakeholders, ensure effective control of financial processes and deliver operational excellence. They will work alongside other Finance colleagues delivering financial and business analysis to help solve key business problems, progress local initiatives, answer business questions and influence business decisions. Main Responsibilities Accounting & Reporting Support the businesses by ensuring the billing of royalties is accurate and timely, which will involve close management of the finance operational process, and rigorous review and challenge of royalty statements received. Work with both internal and outsourced finance teams to reconcile accounts and provide complete and accurate reporting of revenue received and pay away calculations to beneficiaries. Work closely with the Commercial Planning & Analysis team to assist with the forecasting and budgeting process, to ensure that actuals are correctly reflected, and variances explained. Assisting in month end reporting, including provision of information, analysis and supporting commentary to a range of stakeholders across finance and the business. Analysis & Insight Liaise with business stakeholders to support monthly business reviews, risks and opportunities and commercial business decisions. Deliver high quality financial and business analysis with recommendations for solving business problems and to influence and challenge business decisions. Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal control requirements, and assisting with audit queries. Stakeholder Management Maintain effective and collaborative working relationships across the Finance community. Build and develop strong relationships with key business and finance stakeholders. Ensure analysts and the relevant Finance teams are informed of issues, analysis and decisions that impact them or require their support/views. Maintain up- to-date knowledge and understanding of the divisional business - building and developing effective relationships with key business contacts. Resolve specific and on-going financial and business issues and problems to in a timely manner. Are you the right candidate? Essential Professional accounting qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent. Experience of reviewing royalty statements highly desirable. Significant experience of delivering a high quality accounting and reporting service. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence. Ability to take complex data/principles and to communicate these in an understandable way to wider BBC team. Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. Job Description Band: D Contract Type: 12 Month Fixed Term / Attachment Location: London - Television Centre Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (Home-based plus two/three days a week in the office). We are really proud to share that we are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and so if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply please do contact us at with the job reference in the subject. We offer flexibility, competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of the BBC's exciting mission. Some of the key benefits you'll get from working in this role are: Flexible/Agile working - opportunities across the business. We believe in empowering you to do your best work, so we offer support and flexibility to balance work and home. We're happy to discuss a formal flexible working pattern. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at the offer stage. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - we operate a people-first culture and pride ourselves on your development. Our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certifications. Excellent career progression - BBC Studios offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Leaders at the BBC are passionate about helping our people grow in the organisation and you will have regular sessions with your line manager to support you with your career ambitions. Benefits - We offer a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 26 days (plus an additional day which is a Corporation Day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more. BBC Studios puts sustainability at the heart of everything we do both onscreen and offscreen, including delivering against the BBC Group's science-based Net Zero targets. About the BBC The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from under represented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background. We strive to be the best British content company in the world, attracting the best creative talents in the business, so that we can bring premium quality award-winning programmes, content and brands to the viewer no matter where they are. The BBC Group has set out the first in a new series of bold steps to transform our programming and better represent the public we serve. We have the biggest financial investment to on-air inclusion in the industry, together with our existing commissioning budget, we are committed to throwing open our doors more widely than ever to diverse stories and diverse storytellers. Together with a diverse workforce we will accelerate the pace of change in increasing diversity and inclusion both on and off air To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please visit our website.
Feb 01, 2024
Contractor
Job Introduction BBC Studios is the commercial arm of the BBC. We are a global creative powerhouse for the development, production and distribution of bold, British, content. With a turnover of around £1.6 billion, we aim to bring customers and audiences across the world distinctive and high quality content covering a range of specialisms, through a unique combination of BBC editorial values, cutting edge craft, and access to diverse talent across all markets. We have an opportunity for a Management Accountant to join the Brands & Licensing finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This newly-created role will work across 3 key lines of businesses within Consumer Products & Licensing, namely Radio & Music, Live Events and Motion Gallery. There may also be opportunities to assist in other businesses where necessary. The Management Accountant will provide professional financial support to key stakeholders, ensure effective control of financial processes and deliver operational excellence. They will work alongside other Finance colleagues delivering financial and business analysis to help solve key business problems, progress local initiatives, answer business questions and influence business decisions. Main Responsibilities Accounting & Reporting Support the businesses by ensuring the billing of royalties is accurate and timely, which will involve close management of the finance operational process, and rigorous review and challenge of royalty statements received. Work with both internal and outsourced finance teams to reconcile accounts and provide complete and accurate reporting of revenue received and pay away calculations to beneficiaries. Work closely with the Commercial Planning & Analysis team to assist with the forecasting and budgeting process, to ensure that actuals are correctly reflected, and variances explained. Assisting in month end reporting, including provision of information, analysis and supporting commentary to a range of stakeholders across finance and the business. Analysis & Insight Liaise with business stakeholders to support monthly business reviews, risks and opportunities and commercial business decisions. Deliver high quality financial and business analysis with recommendations for solving business problems and to influence and challenge business decisions. Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal control requirements, and assisting with audit queries. Stakeholder Management Maintain effective and collaborative working relationships across the Finance community. Build and develop strong relationships with key business and finance stakeholders. Ensure analysts and the relevant Finance teams are informed of issues, analysis and decisions that impact them or require their support/views. Maintain up- to-date knowledge and understanding of the divisional business - building and developing effective relationships with key business contacts. Resolve specific and on-going financial and business issues and problems to in a timely manner. Are you the right candidate? Essential Professional accounting qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent. Experience of reviewing royalty statements highly desirable. Significant experience of delivering a high quality accounting and reporting service. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence. Ability to take complex data/principles and to communicate these in an understandable way to wider BBC team. Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. Job Description Band: D Contract Type: 12 Month Fixed Term / Attachment Location: London - Television Centre Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (Home-based plus two/three days a week in the office). We are really proud to share that we are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and so if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply please do contact us at with the job reference in the subject. We offer flexibility, competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of the BBC's exciting mission. Some of the key benefits you'll get from working in this role are: Flexible/Agile working - opportunities across the business. We believe in empowering you to do your best work, so we offer support and flexibility to balance work and home. We're happy to discuss a formal flexible working pattern. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at the offer stage. Unrivalled training and development opportunities - we operate a people-first culture and pride ourselves on your development. Our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certifications. Excellent career progression - BBC Studios offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation. Leaders at the BBC are passionate about helping our people grow in the organisation and you will have regular sessions with your line manager to support you with your career ambitions. Benefits - We offer a competitive salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 26 days (plus an additional day which is a Corporation Day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more. BBC Studios puts sustainability at the heart of everything we do both onscreen and offscreen, including delivering against the BBC Group's science-based Net Zero targets. About the BBC The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from under represented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background. We strive to be the best British content company in the world, attracting the best creative talents in the business, so that we can bring premium quality award-winning programmes, content and brands to the viewer no matter where they are. The BBC Group has set out the first in a new series of bold steps to transform our programming and better represent the public we serve. We have the biggest financial investment to on-air inclusion in the industry, together with our existing commissioning budget, we are committed to throwing open our doors more widely than ever to diverse stories and diverse storytellers. Together with a diverse workforce we will accelerate the pace of change in increasing diversity and inclusion both on and off air To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please visit our website.
Warehouse Operations Management Accountant Leicestershire. 50,000 - 55 ,000 p/a + benefits Our client, a well-known UK distribution brand are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join they're growing team as a Management Accountant/Financial Analyst to work within their warehouse operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into the financial heart of our warehouse, analysing and interpreting data to drive performance improvements and maximise profitability. Key Responsibilities - Become the financial expert for their warehouse and distribution centre: Develop a comprehensive understanding of cost drivers within the warehouse operation. Analyse and interpret data: extract meaningful insights from operational and financial data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and cost-saving opportunities. Prepare and report to management, translating complex data into clear, concise and actionable reports. Build and maintain forecasting models, predict future costs and profitability to support strategic decision making. Skills & Experience 2+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a warehouse or logistics environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to translate complex financial data into easily understandable terms. Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and other relevant software. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and cost optimisation techniques. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of issues. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.
Jan 31, 2024
Full time
Warehouse Operations Management Accountant Leicestershire. 50,000 - 55 ,000 p/a + benefits Our client, a well-known UK distribution brand are seeking a highly motivated and analytical individual to join they're growing team as a Management Accountant/Financial Analyst to work within their warehouse operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into the financial heart of our warehouse, analysing and interpreting data to drive performance improvements and maximise profitability. Key Responsibilities - Become the financial expert for their warehouse and distribution centre: Develop a comprehensive understanding of cost drivers within the warehouse operation. Analyse and interpret data: extract meaningful insights from operational and financial data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and cost-saving opportunities. Prepare and report to management, translating complex data into clear, concise and actionable reports. Build and maintain forecasting models, predict future costs and profitability to support strategic decision making. Skills & Experience 2+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within a warehouse or logistics environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to translate complex financial data into easily understandable terms. Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and other relevant software. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and cost optimisation techniques. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes of issues. Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations.
Join a bank for a global role focussed on delivering Capital Regulatory reporting enhancements, via implementing and maintaining an effective New Product Approval Process. This role will involve regular interaction with the front office trading teams. Role Description The primary focus is to review new products and renewals across the banks Financial Markets and all other banking businesses. To successfully implement, this will require reviewing of proposed booking model amendments, significant complex structured transactions and new payoffs. Role Requirements Qualified Accountant or strength in understanding accounting principles Technical grounding in the treatment of Regulatory Capital - Policy and or Regulatory Reporting Demonstrable understanding, direct or indirect, of Credit Risk (preferably reporting) and Risk Weighted Assets (RWA) Ability to present and influence in Regulatory interpretation forums Investment Banking product knowledge First Name Last Name Telephone Number Email Address Upload CV (PDF or Word) We will process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for a role you apply for, or more generally for roles we have if you have not identified a role if you email us your CV directly. If we wish to consider you further for the role or for other roles, we will register your personal information on our database and contact you. We may contact you from time to time about other roles we believe will be of interest to you. Your personal information will be securely held. For more information please refer to our Privacy Policy by clicking here . One the UK's leading retail and corporate challenger bank's are looking for someone to join their Balance Sheet Management team in Treasury and provide line management to one member of the ALM team. This person will play a key role in driving the strategy of Treasury going forward and will be responsible for implementing and driving change and improvement projects A leading UK bank who has made their mark as being a specialist lender and savings bank are recruiting within the treasury department due the development of a new Asset & Liability Management team, which will form part of a wider Balance Sheet Management team. This Treasury Advisory team works with a wide range of companies and is especially focused on businesses that are restructuring or refinancing their debt. The team provides deep financial and treasury experience in financial products and markets, risk management, and treasury best practice activities. Part of this team is the Hedging Advisory and Derivative Execution team, which provides expertise on Currency and Interest Rate risks. They help clients to quantify their financial risks, define appropriate risk management priorities and objectives, structure suitable hedging strategies, and optimise the derivatives execution process to achieve efficiency and savings. The Treasury Analyst will support all aspects of treasury operational activities. This includes assisting with the development of cash management banking solutions for all business segments of the company and actively managing the liquidity and cash forecasting reporting consolidation process.
Jan 25, 2024
Full time
Join a bank for a global role focussed on delivering Capital Regulatory reporting enhancements, via implementing and maintaining an effective New Product Approval Process. This role will involve regular interaction with the front office trading teams. Role Description The primary focus is to review new products and renewals across the banks Financial Markets and all other banking businesses. To successfully implement, this will require reviewing of proposed booking model amendments, significant complex structured transactions and new payoffs. Role Requirements Qualified Accountant or strength in understanding accounting principles Technical grounding in the treatment of Regulatory Capital - Policy and or Regulatory Reporting Demonstrable understanding, direct or indirect, of Credit Risk (preferably reporting) and Risk Weighted Assets (RWA) Ability to present and influence in Regulatory interpretation forums Investment Banking product knowledge First Name Last Name Telephone Number Email Address Upload CV (PDF or Word) We will process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for a role you apply for, or more generally for roles we have if you have not identified a role if you email us your CV directly. If we wish to consider you further for the role or for other roles, we will register your personal information on our database and contact you. We may contact you from time to time about other roles we believe will be of interest to you. Your personal information will be securely held. For more information please refer to our Privacy Policy by clicking here . One the UK's leading retail and corporate challenger bank's are looking for someone to join their Balance Sheet Management team in Treasury and provide line management to one member of the ALM team. This person will play a key role in driving the strategy of Treasury going forward and will be responsible for implementing and driving change and improvement projects A leading UK bank who has made their mark as being a specialist lender and savings bank are recruiting within the treasury department due the development of a new Asset & Liability Management team, which will form part of a wider Balance Sheet Management team. This Treasury Advisory team works with a wide range of companies and is especially focused on businesses that are restructuring or refinancing their debt. The team provides deep financial and treasury experience in financial products and markets, risk management, and treasury best practice activities. Part of this team is the Hedging Advisory and Derivative Execution team, which provides expertise on Currency and Interest Rate risks. They help clients to quantify their financial risks, define appropriate risk management priorities and objectives, structure suitable hedging strategies, and optimise the derivatives execution process to achieve efficiency and savings. The Treasury Analyst will support all aspects of treasury operational activities. This includes assisting with the development of cash management banking solutions for all business segments of the company and actively managing the liquidity and cash forecasting reporting consolidation process.
Bell & Clements is a specialist insurance company offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management provisions for Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through inhouse binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd's, US and international markets. Bell & Clements has been part of the Munich Re Group since 2007 and is a registered Lloyd's broker. There are over 150 staff based across the London headquarters and two U.S offices in Virginia and New Jersey with close collaboration throughout. Bell & Clements offers industry-leading technology solutions that benefit both customers and inhouse processes. As part of the Munich Re Group enables an inclusive culture with an established employee benefits programme. Your Role: Are you ready for a new challenge? We are looking to hire a lead pricing actuary for Munich Re Specialty Insurance's Bell & Clements business unit, which writes residential property, commercial property, and other coverages on an excess and surplus basis in the US market by delegating authority to select coverholders. This individual will support the profitable growth across existing and new products in support of Munich Re Group's Ambition 2025. The role reports into the Chief Underwriting Officer of Bell & Clements and is based in London. We are also open to considering candidates in Princeton NJ, Philadelphia PA in the US. Responsibilities Partner with Business Unit and Coverholders as a trusted advisor to drive pricing excellence for Residential Property, Commercial Property, Transportation, Flood, Earthquake, Lender-Placed, and other products. Develop technical pricing indications across responsible products based on actuarial techniques, including predictive modeling. Perform rate studies across responsible products to evaluate portfolio rate need, project profitability, and guide Business Unit to improve profitability. Develop result monitoring, pricing and portfolio management projects that will assist underwriters and management in managing and steering business. Document and communicate assumptions, results, and alternatives to actuarial staff, internal clients, and external clients. In consultation with the Cat Modeling team, drive improvements in the sophistication and accuracy of technical pricing for catastrophic perils, including tropical cyclone, severe convective storm, winter storm, earthquake, wildfire, and flood. Liase with Digital Underwriting team to enhance models and workflows used to digitally price Residential Property and Commercial Property business. Conduct pricing analyses, including the development of rates, ultimate loss projections, trend studies, and communication of results. Influence stakeholders based on results of analyses. Strong understanding and ability to discuss and apply the use of existing & new actuarial concepts/techniques involving exposure adjustments, trend, loss development, exposure rating, et al. Provide actuarial insight and expertise on actuarial assumptions and parameters as participant or lead on a Market Research Analysis and Parameters (MRAP) line of business group. Maintain contemporary, in depth knowledge of property lines of business. Participate in training of others (underwriters, client managers, risk analysts, accountants and actuaries) regarding actuarial analyses and methodologies. Mentor, train, and review analyses from more junior actuaries Experience Incorporate qualitative information into quantitative analyses of rates, etc. Develop strong understanding of actuarial concepts and analytics. Application of more advanced and creative techniques in worksheets and other applications. Strong judgmental and problem-solving skills to address potentially complex and high-profile issues. Ability to identify, obtain and utilize industry information relevant to the completion of rate analyses. Good time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage conflicting priorities, complete multiple tasks and projects. Membership in the Casualty Actuarial Society or Institute and Faculty of Actuaries required. FCAS/FIA preferred. Eight (8) or more years of experience in primary insurance pricing, especially property lines. Strong technical actuarial skills and strong knowledge and understanding of rating models. Strong understanding of industry catastrophe models, including vendor models such as RMS and AIR. Strong interpersonal skills. Experience in use of R, Python or other statistical software in insurance pricing applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. This position is offered on a Permanent basis. Annual salary will be dependent on the experience of the successful candidate. Benefits as per Bell & Clements standard employee offering. Annual leave - 25 days per year (not including bank holidays), increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing - our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service, and an allowance of up to £550 per year for any activities and/or equipment which supports health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working - to support your work balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with designated office desk space, with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours - the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks' continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support - (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun - warm and social culture with regular get together. Equal Opportunities: Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Jan 25, 2024
Full time
Bell & Clements is a specialist insurance company offering expertise in underwriting, broking and capacity management provisions for Excess and Surplus (E&S) lines insurance solutions. The unique combination of broking and underwriting divisions provides the ability to quote and bind risks through inhouse binding authorities, while providing customers with access to Lloyd's, US and international markets. Bell & Clements has been part of the Munich Re Group since 2007 and is a registered Lloyd's broker. There are over 150 staff based across the London headquarters and two U.S offices in Virginia and New Jersey with close collaboration throughout. Bell & Clements offers industry-leading technology solutions that benefit both customers and inhouse processes. As part of the Munich Re Group enables an inclusive culture with an established employee benefits programme. Your Role: Are you ready for a new challenge? We are looking to hire a lead pricing actuary for Munich Re Specialty Insurance's Bell & Clements business unit, which writes residential property, commercial property, and other coverages on an excess and surplus basis in the US market by delegating authority to select coverholders. This individual will support the profitable growth across existing and new products in support of Munich Re Group's Ambition 2025. The role reports into the Chief Underwriting Officer of Bell & Clements and is based in London. We are also open to considering candidates in Princeton NJ, Philadelphia PA in the US. Responsibilities Partner with Business Unit and Coverholders as a trusted advisor to drive pricing excellence for Residential Property, Commercial Property, Transportation, Flood, Earthquake, Lender-Placed, and other products. Develop technical pricing indications across responsible products based on actuarial techniques, including predictive modeling. Perform rate studies across responsible products to evaluate portfolio rate need, project profitability, and guide Business Unit to improve profitability. Develop result monitoring, pricing and portfolio management projects that will assist underwriters and management in managing and steering business. Document and communicate assumptions, results, and alternatives to actuarial staff, internal clients, and external clients. In consultation with the Cat Modeling team, drive improvements in the sophistication and accuracy of technical pricing for catastrophic perils, including tropical cyclone, severe convective storm, winter storm, earthquake, wildfire, and flood. Liase with Digital Underwriting team to enhance models and workflows used to digitally price Residential Property and Commercial Property business. Conduct pricing analyses, including the development of rates, ultimate loss projections, trend studies, and communication of results. Influence stakeholders based on results of analyses. Strong understanding and ability to discuss and apply the use of existing & new actuarial concepts/techniques involving exposure adjustments, trend, loss development, exposure rating, et al. Provide actuarial insight and expertise on actuarial assumptions and parameters as participant or lead on a Market Research Analysis and Parameters (MRAP) line of business group. Maintain contemporary, in depth knowledge of property lines of business. Participate in training of others (underwriters, client managers, risk analysts, accountants and actuaries) regarding actuarial analyses and methodologies. Mentor, train, and review analyses from more junior actuaries Experience Incorporate qualitative information into quantitative analyses of rates, etc. Develop strong understanding of actuarial concepts and analytics. Application of more advanced and creative techniques in worksheets and other applications. Strong judgmental and problem-solving skills to address potentially complex and high-profile issues. Ability to identify, obtain and utilize industry information relevant to the completion of rate analyses. Good time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage conflicting priorities, complete multiple tasks and projects. Membership in the Casualty Actuarial Society or Institute and Faculty of Actuaries required. FCAS/FIA preferred. Eight (8) or more years of experience in primary insurance pricing, especially property lines. Strong technical actuarial skills and strong knowledge and understanding of rating models. Strong understanding of industry catastrophe models, including vendor models such as RMS and AIR. Strong interpersonal skills. Experience in use of R, Python or other statistical software in insurance pricing applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. This position is offered on a Permanent basis. Annual salary will be dependent on the experience of the successful candidate. Benefits as per Bell & Clements standard employee offering. Annual leave - 25 days per year (not including bank holidays), increases with length of service. Health & Wellbeing - our offering includes private medical insurance for employees, their partners and their families, a Digital GP service, and an allowance of up to £550 per year for any activities and/or equipment which supports health and wellbeing. Hybrid and remote working - to support your work balance we have introduced hybrid working. You will be provided with designated office desk space, with support to work from home up to a maximum of three days per week. Flexible working hours - the opportunity to flex your working hours. Generous gender-neutral family leave policy - employees with 26 weeks' continuous service at the Expected Week of Childbirth are eligible to receive 26 weeks full pay. Professional Qualification Support - (discretionary) financial support covering the cost of professional qualifications, including institute membership, exams, study materials and completion bonuses. Team fun - warm and social culture with regular get together. Equal Opportunities: Bell and Clements is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Head of Finance (Digital Media) Location: dmg media Headquarters - London Position: Permanent Package Description In return for their energy and ideas we ensure our people are well rewarded. Our benefits package increases the longer you've been with us. Here's what to expect: 25 days' holiday (increasing by 1 per year up to a total of 30) Upon joining you will be automatically enrolled onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 3% Company contribution. Life cover under the Pension Plan 4x your basic salary. DMGT Discounts (for discounts on online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards) Subsidised canteen Onsite gym (Northcliffe House only) Onsite nurse and GP clinics (Northcliffe House only) Our Employee Assistance Programme Discounted dining cards Plus many other benefits . Main Responsibilities Reporting to the CFO, the purpose of this role is to partner with the Mail Online business leaders to provide high quality finance business partnering and challenge, whilst maintaining robust processes, accounting and controls for the digital (MailOnline) business. Key accountabilities include: Business partner in a pro-active, commercially astute manner - using your expertise in digital media and knowledge of digital revenue models to understand key performance drivers and to interpret risks and opportunities in the relevant industry context; to build strong relationships, trust and credibility with senior business stakeholders; to be the voice of finance, supporting, challenging and advising on commercial opportunities and issues. Provide valuable insight and advice to the commercial teams - Work alongside business line and strategy leaders to model scenarios and advise on future opportunities and deals. Drive the evolution of management information and analysis - deliver high quality, timely and insightful management information to the business; develop the financial acumen of the digital business leadership; partner with the Business Intelligence Unit to drive improvements to management information and business intelligence tools. Contribute to strategy through the development of budgets, forecasts and business plans -provide financial leadership and analytical support to help shape business activity at a strategic and operational level; model scenarios, advise on key assumptions and trade-offs and support the alignment of resources to strategic priorities; drive the simplification and automation of financial modelling. Interpret and challenge performance trends versus budgets and forecasts. Have oversight of weekly flash reporting and monthly close; drive continuous improvement of processes, data integrity & strong financial control - work with business leaders, data source owners and the finance shared service function to ensure that key weekly and monthly data and reporting is accurate, automated and timely; supervise the finance team in the monthly close process taking full accountability of relevant P&Ls, balance sheets, variance analysis and interpretation of performance. Development & training of Commercial Management Accountants - as a member of the finance SLT take responsibility for the day-to-day management of financial analysts and other finance team members, ensuring work is delivered to a high quality. Mentor and support the development of business partnering capabilities of the finance team. Person Specification A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 7 years' post qualification experience At least 3 years' experience in digital media / digital publishing including in digital programmatic and affiliate advertising revenues. Positive, proactive and can-do work ethic with ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as required Unflustered about working in a fast paced dynamic and changing work environment Questioning about status quo and driven by continuous improvement Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures Strong attention to detail, but ability to think strategically Intellectually capable, with an ability to quickly assimilate new data and information into a commercial picture Hunger and desire to grow with the role and the business, focused on realizing ambitious growth aspirations. Approaches their work in an energetic and resilient manner Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships across the business while being able to provide the necessary business challenge in a respectful and productive manner Appreciation of the importance of a robust financial control environment and governance processes Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) About dmg media dmg media's brands deliver highly engaging, trusted content to millions of loyal customers around the globe, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Together, Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, Metro, i, MailOnline, Mail Plus, metro.co.uk and inews.co.uk reach more than 11m people daily in the UK. Globally, our brands reach 180m unique browsers every month. In March 2021, the business acquired the world's leading science title, New Scientist. dmg media's newsbrands are expert at getting to the bottom of the stories most relevant to their readers. PAMCo 1 2020 Omniture April 2021 Our Commitment We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.
Dec 06, 2023
Full time
Head of Finance (Digital Media) Location: dmg media Headquarters - London Position: Permanent Package Description In return for their energy and ideas we ensure our people are well rewarded. Our benefits package increases the longer you've been with us. Here's what to expect: 25 days' holiday (increasing by 1 per year up to a total of 30) Upon joining you will be automatically enrolled onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 3% Company contribution. Life cover under the Pension Plan 4x your basic salary. DMGT Discounts (for discounts on online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards) Subsidised canteen Onsite gym (Northcliffe House only) Onsite nurse and GP clinics (Northcliffe House only) Our Employee Assistance Programme Discounted dining cards Plus many other benefits . Main Responsibilities Reporting to the CFO, the purpose of this role is to partner with the Mail Online business leaders to provide high quality finance business partnering and challenge, whilst maintaining robust processes, accounting and controls for the digital (MailOnline) business. Key accountabilities include: Business partner in a pro-active, commercially astute manner - using your expertise in digital media and knowledge of digital revenue models to understand key performance drivers and to interpret risks and opportunities in the relevant industry context; to build strong relationships, trust and credibility with senior business stakeholders; to be the voice of finance, supporting, challenging and advising on commercial opportunities and issues. Provide valuable insight and advice to the commercial teams - Work alongside business line and strategy leaders to model scenarios and advise on future opportunities and deals. Drive the evolution of management information and analysis - deliver high quality, timely and insightful management information to the business; develop the financial acumen of the digital business leadership; partner with the Business Intelligence Unit to drive improvements to management information and business intelligence tools. Contribute to strategy through the development of budgets, forecasts and business plans -provide financial leadership and analytical support to help shape business activity at a strategic and operational level; model scenarios, advise on key assumptions and trade-offs and support the alignment of resources to strategic priorities; drive the simplification and automation of financial modelling. Interpret and challenge performance trends versus budgets and forecasts. Have oversight of weekly flash reporting and monthly close; drive continuous improvement of processes, data integrity & strong financial control - work with business leaders, data source owners and the finance shared service function to ensure that key weekly and monthly data and reporting is accurate, automated and timely; supervise the finance team in the monthly close process taking full accountability of relevant P&Ls, balance sheets, variance analysis and interpretation of performance. Development & training of Commercial Management Accountants - as a member of the finance SLT take responsibility for the day-to-day management of financial analysts and other finance team members, ensuring work is delivered to a high quality. Mentor and support the development of business partnering capabilities of the finance team. Person Specification A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 7 years' post qualification experience At least 3 years' experience in digital media / digital publishing including in digital programmatic and affiliate advertising revenues. Positive, proactive and can-do work ethic with ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as required Unflustered about working in a fast paced dynamic and changing work environment Questioning about status quo and driven by continuous improvement Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures Strong attention to detail, but ability to think strategically Intellectually capable, with an ability to quickly assimilate new data and information into a commercial picture Hunger and desire to grow with the role and the business, focused on realizing ambitious growth aspirations. Approaches their work in an energetic and resilient manner Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships across the business while being able to provide the necessary business challenge in a respectful and productive manner Appreciation of the importance of a robust financial control environment and governance processes Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) About dmg media dmg media's brands deliver highly engaging, trusted content to millions of loyal customers around the globe, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Together, Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, Metro, i, MailOnline, Mail Plus, metro.co.uk and inews.co.uk reach more than 11m people daily in the UK. Globally, our brands reach 180m unique browsers every month. In March 2021, the business acquired the world's leading science title, New Scientist. dmg media's newsbrands are expert at getting to the bottom of the stories most relevant to their readers. PAMCo 1 2020 Omniture April 2021 Our Commitment We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process.
Cherry Professional Limited
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Finance Analyst Nottingham Up to £40,000 + Hybrid Are you looking to propel your finance career and get on the trail to Finance Business Partner ? Do you have a passion for numbers, analysis , and driving business growth ? We are seeking a talented and ambitious Finance Analyst to join a Global Retailer in Nottingham and embark on an exciting journey of professional growth and development .As a Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial insights, improving decision-making processes, and supporting our business strategies. Working closely with the experienced finance team, you will have the opportunity to learn and gain valuable exposure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.ROLE: Finance Analyst LOCATION: Nottingham PACKAGE: Up to £40,000 + Study Support - HybridSnapshot into the role:Conduct financial analysis, including budgeting , forecasting , and variance analysis .Prepare insightful management reports, highlighting key performance indicators ( KPIs ) and trends. Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and provide financial guidance.Perform cost analysis and identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.Providing ad hoc analysis and reporting to meet the needs of the wider business. Whilst you do not need prior experience with all of the above duties, it is important that you are: - A Part-Qualified accountant actively studying towards CIMA/ACA/ACCA .- Possess previous experience with accounts and data analysis.- Good excel and accountancy software knowledge.If this sounds like you, please do click apply today and a member of our team will be in touch shortly. Other roles that may have interested you recently include: Finance Analyst, Financial Analyst, Finance Business Partner, Assistant Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Commercial Management Accountant. This Role is commutable from: Nottinghamshire, Newark On Trent, Lincoln, Grantham, Bingham, Arnold. Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.
Aug 12, 2023
Full time
Finance Analyst Nottingham Up to £40,000 + Hybrid Are you looking to propel your finance career and get on the trail to Finance Business Partner ? Do you have a passion for numbers, analysis , and driving business growth ? We are seeking a talented and ambitious Finance Analyst to join a Global Retailer in Nottingham and embark on an exciting journey of professional growth and development .As a Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial insights, improving decision-making processes, and supporting our business strategies. Working closely with the experienced finance team, you will have the opportunity to learn and gain valuable exposure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.ROLE: Finance Analyst LOCATION: Nottingham PACKAGE: Up to £40,000 + Study Support - HybridSnapshot into the role:Conduct financial analysis, including budgeting , forecasting , and variance analysis .Prepare insightful management reports, highlighting key performance indicators ( KPIs ) and trends. Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and provide financial guidance.Perform cost analysis and identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.Providing ad hoc analysis and reporting to meet the needs of the wider business. Whilst you do not need prior experience with all of the above duties, it is important that you are: - A Part-Qualified accountant actively studying towards CIMA/ACA/ACCA .- Possess previous experience with accounts and data analysis.- Good excel and accountancy software knowledge.If this sounds like you, please do click apply today and a member of our team will be in touch shortly. Other roles that may have interested you recently include: Finance Analyst, Financial Analyst, Finance Business Partner, Assistant Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Commercial Management Accountant. This Role is commutable from: Nottinghamshire, Newark On Trent, Lincoln, Grantham, Bingham, Arnold. Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.
A Senior Finance Analyst is needed for a temporary 3 month contract with a good chance of extension, at a large media company. The role is hybrid - 2 days a week in the office based in Central London. Department Overview UK & Ireland seek a Senior Analyst for the Finance department to serve as trusted business partner for the Games business. Primary Purpose of the Role: Key Business Partner to the Games team across Physical & Digital Games. Delivers a clear picture of future performance through accurate forecasts, confidence in actual results through consistent accounting and provides insightful reporting and analysis to the UK business Essential Job Functions: Scope: UK & Ireland WM physical Games and Digital businesses and other businesses as directed by line management. Business Partner to the UK and EMEA Games teams Deliver planning & forecasting processes: Budget & LRP, monthly rolling Forecasts, Ultimates and such other forecasts as required Ensure monthly/quarterly close in line with policies. Manage and review the variance analysis in monthly financial statements, provide details, 'value-added' analysis. Provide business advice for developing other business models for the mobile games business. Responsibility for the review and/or calculation of all key financial information, provisions and accruals and the retained divisional monthly close process. Responsible for games Salesforce targets and enhance use of salesforce across all areas of the business, including deal tracking, pricing and lifecycle calendars Report and deliver insightful analysis of actual business performance Manage Games Inventory by Format, Retailer, Channel and Warehouse and use this information to support provisions analysis. Development of internal reporting and processes, in particular the Digital forecasting processes. Provide commercial support to the sales team for digital and physical customers. Support / Assist Business Decision Support team to evaluate new business models and commercial games opportunities. Other duties as required by the business. Education/Qualifications: Graduate or high calibre candidate with the relevant work experience and competencies Part-qualified accountant and working towards accountancy qualification Other requirements: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with finance and non-finance people Previous work experience in a financial planning and analysis role (forecasting, budgeting, strategic long range planning and business decision support) Ability and passion for understanding finance and curating the financial story for others Experience in the media industry is highly desirable Must have the ability to adapt and be agile amongst a changing environment. Be able to translate complex problems into solutions. Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to distil and elevate the most important points, clearly conveying them to the right audience Must have excellent analytic skills. Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Must be willing to expand knowledge relating to industry trends. Must be willing to collaborate with management and peers to advance team and company goals Advanced Excel required (pivot tables, macros, formulas), with proficiency with other MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Access). Tableau experience a plus. Demonstrable experience of working with finance systems, eg/ SAP, Essbase, Hyperion with a willingness and ability to learn new systems quickly. A notice period of 1 week or less is essential for this role. If this is the role for you, apply now!
Dec 20, 2022
Full time
A Senior Finance Analyst is needed for a temporary 3 month contract with a good chance of extension, at a large media company. The role is hybrid - 2 days a week in the office based in Central London. Department Overview UK & Ireland seek a Senior Analyst for the Finance department to serve as trusted business partner for the Games business. Primary Purpose of the Role: Key Business Partner to the Games team across Physical & Digital Games. Delivers a clear picture of future performance through accurate forecasts, confidence in actual results through consistent accounting and provides insightful reporting and analysis to the UK business Essential Job Functions: Scope: UK & Ireland WM physical Games and Digital businesses and other businesses as directed by line management. Business Partner to the UK and EMEA Games teams Deliver planning & forecasting processes: Budget & LRP, monthly rolling Forecasts, Ultimates and such other forecasts as required Ensure monthly/quarterly close in line with policies. Manage and review the variance analysis in monthly financial statements, provide details, 'value-added' analysis. Provide business advice for developing other business models for the mobile games business. Responsibility for the review and/or calculation of all key financial information, provisions and accruals and the retained divisional monthly close process. Responsible for games Salesforce targets and enhance use of salesforce across all areas of the business, including deal tracking, pricing and lifecycle calendars Report and deliver insightful analysis of actual business performance Manage Games Inventory by Format, Retailer, Channel and Warehouse and use this information to support provisions analysis. Development of internal reporting and processes, in particular the Digital forecasting processes. Provide commercial support to the sales team for digital and physical customers. Support / Assist Business Decision Support team to evaluate new business models and commercial games opportunities. Other duties as required by the business. Education/Qualifications: Graduate or high calibre candidate with the relevant work experience and competencies Part-qualified accountant and working towards accountancy qualification Other requirements: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with finance and non-finance people Previous work experience in a financial planning and analysis role (forecasting, budgeting, strategic long range planning and business decision support) Ability and passion for understanding finance and curating the financial story for others Experience in the media industry is highly desirable Must have the ability to adapt and be agile amongst a changing environment. Be able to translate complex problems into solutions. Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to distil and elevate the most important points, clearly conveying them to the right audience Must have excellent analytic skills. Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Must be willing to expand knowledge relating to industry trends. Must be willing to collaborate with management and peers to advance team and company goals Advanced Excel required (pivot tables, macros, formulas), with proficiency with other MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Access). Tableau experience a plus. Demonstrable experience of working with finance systems, eg/ SAP, Essbase, Hyperion with a willingness and ability to learn new systems quickly. A notice period of 1 week or less is essential for this role. If this is the role for you, apply now!
Job Profile SummaryGrade HRPTE and GPTI trade through several regulated entities in the UK and Europe. The governance of these entities in accordance with the rules and regulations laid out by the regulatory bodies e.g., the FCA, is critical and rule breaches could have serious implications.The stewardship of regulated entities is a cross functional activity spanning E&C, Legal, Treasury and ARC working together to ensure compliance.Compliance requires daily proactive management; ARC play a key role in this as they report the financial metrics against which the regulated entities are assessed. Key metrics include net assets, gross assets, gross liabilities, regulatory capital, as well as numerous risk factors. All these metrics contribute to how the entity is managed and can give rise to interventions to ensure that not only are the entities compliant with regulations, but the regulatory status of the entity remains optimal.The changing landscape, such as increased market volatility, changing regulations, increased reporting demands and changes within our own business have increased the complexity associated with managing our regulated entities and has resulted in the need for additional support within the ARC team.Our existing reporting is also excel based and a key activity of this new role will be to optimise the reporting tools, ultimately producing a dashboard that is completely linked to source systems.Key responsibilities:• Working closely with the Legal and E&C team to stay abreast of the regulatory landscape, ensuring that T&S are prepared far in advance of any changes that could affect the business• Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions• Monthly reporting of key financial metrics and preparation for the monthly stewardship meeting• Coordination of ARC's response to regulatory surveys• Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers• Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto more up-to-date applications to improve efficiency and control• Development of a regulated entity executive dashboard to enhance insights into the status of our regulated entities and internal reporting capabilityDesirable skills• An ability to read complex legal or regulatory documents and distil the information into key relevant points• An ability to work across functions with ease• Excellent planning and coordination skills to ensure efficient execution of interventions• An ability to interrogate SAP and middle office systems to facilitate daily / monthly reporting • Proficient with new tools such as Power BI or, at the very least, a strong desire and aptitude to learn these new skills at the outset - transformation will be a key part of this role Job AdvertRegulatory Accountant, Gas, and power trading international Location - 3 days office based - 2 days working from home The world is changing fast, and our industry is changing with it. The energy mix is shifting towards lower carbon sources, driven by technological advances, and growing environmental concerns. In bp, we will help drive this transition - and our business will be transformed by it. We are continually looking for hardworking, committed and results-oriented people to help us shape the face of energy for the future. BP's Trading & Shipping (T&S) is an integrated world-class trading organization that links together BP's trading and supply activities in oil, power, gas, petrochemicals, finance and shipping in order to build trading capability and capacity, particularly through people and systems. As a trading organization BP has several regulated entities in the UK and Europe (Spain). The governance of these entities is set out by regulatory bodies such as the FCA. In the position of Regulatory Accountant your role will be responsible for processes and controls in place to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements as set out by the relevant regulators. It is essential that you have solid accounting knowledge and experience as you will need to use this to work with other team members. Key accountabilities Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions (K-Factors) Monthly reporting of key financial metrics including commentaries to explain any material variances Preparation for the monthly regulated entities stewardship meeting Submission of surveys to regulatory bodies such as the FCA, ONS and OFGEM. Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto Power BI to improve efficiency and control Close collaboration with teams within the T&S business to implement best practice First point of contact for internal and external audit teams in respect of queries for the regulated entities Essential Experience/Job Requirements Qualified accountant (or part qualified) with Regulatory accounting experience (CRD IV - ICAAP, IFPR - ICARA/K-factor calculations) Excellent systems skills particularly Microsoft Excel and Power BI Experience using accounting systems such as SAP (other recognized alternatives would be acceptable) Demonstrated experience of automation of existing manual processes Ability to work within a very deadline orientated environment with strong attention to detail Strong level of analytical skills, numeracy, and strong financial understanding High level of communication skills and ability to present information. One Team mentality Desirable Experience Spanish speaker or knowledge of Spanish accounting principles We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EntityFinance Job Family GroupFinance Group Relocation availableNo Travel requiredNegotiable Time TypeFull time CountryUnited Kingdom About BPFINANCE Join us in a crucial time of transition. We are bringing all of our finance and procurement activities for the group into one place, enabling better work. For you this means working with us on: Compliance - efficiently delivering external reporting requirements to ensure we continue to meet our regulatory obligations in all jurisdictions, supported by robust control environment across all three lines of defence. Stewardship - laying out a robust finance framework and providing ongoing management of the balance sheet and portfolio execution, supported by effective advocacy to the market. Performance - facilitating the effective allocation of capital, development of business plans and coordination of business performance interventions to ensure a consistent delivery between strategic aspirations, operational forecasts and delivered outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for value creation through mergers and acquisition-led deals, commercial negotiations and integration of business opportunities. Transformation - driving digital transformation (centralising, digitising, optimising) across all elements of the finance entity to achieve sector-leading cost-performance. Legal disclaimerWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Job Profile SummaryGrade HRPTE and GPTI trade through several regulated entities in the UK and Europe. The governance of these entities in accordance with the rules and regulations laid out by the regulatory bodies e.g., the FCA, is critical and rule breaches could have serious implications.The stewardship of regulated entities is a cross functional activity spanning E&C, Legal, Treasury and ARC working together to ensure compliance.Compliance requires daily proactive management; ARC play a key role in this as they report the financial metrics against which the regulated entities are assessed. Key metrics include net assets, gross assets, gross liabilities, regulatory capital, as well as numerous risk factors. All these metrics contribute to how the entity is managed and can give rise to interventions to ensure that not only are the entities compliant with regulations, but the regulatory status of the entity remains optimal.The changing landscape, such as increased market volatility, changing regulations, increased reporting demands and changes within our own business have increased the complexity associated with managing our regulated entities and has resulted in the need for additional support within the ARC team.Our existing reporting is also excel based and a key activity of this new role will be to optimise the reporting tools, ultimately producing a dashboard that is completely linked to source systems.Key responsibilities:• Working closely with the Legal and E&C team to stay abreast of the regulatory landscape, ensuring that T&S are prepared far in advance of any changes that could affect the business• Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions• Monthly reporting of key financial metrics and preparation for the monthly stewardship meeting• Coordination of ARC's response to regulatory surveys• Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers• Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto more up-to-date applications to improve efficiency and control• Development of a regulated entity executive dashboard to enhance insights into the status of our regulated entities and internal reporting capabilityDesirable skills• An ability to read complex legal or regulatory documents and distil the information into key relevant points• An ability to work across functions with ease• Excellent planning and coordination skills to ensure efficient execution of interventions• An ability to interrogate SAP and middle office systems to facilitate daily / monthly reporting • Proficient with new tools such as Power BI or, at the very least, a strong desire and aptitude to learn these new skills at the outset - transformation will be a key part of this role Job AdvertRegulatory Accountant, Gas, and power trading international Location - 3 days office based - 2 days working from home The world is changing fast, and our industry is changing with it. The energy mix is shifting towards lower carbon sources, driven by technological advances, and growing environmental concerns. In bp, we will help drive this transition - and our business will be transformed by it. We are continually looking for hardworking, committed and results-oriented people to help us shape the face of energy for the future. BP's Trading & Shipping (T&S) is an integrated world-class trading organization that links together BP's trading and supply activities in oil, power, gas, petrochemicals, finance and shipping in order to build trading capability and capacity, particularly through people and systems. As a trading organization BP has several regulated entities in the UK and Europe (Spain). The governance of these entities is set out by regulatory bodies such as the FCA. In the position of Regulatory Accountant your role will be responsible for processes and controls in place to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements as set out by the relevant regulators. It is essential that you have solid accounting knowledge and experience as you will need to use this to work with other team members. Key accountabilities Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions (K-Factors) Monthly reporting of key financial metrics including commentaries to explain any material variances Preparation for the monthly regulated entities stewardship meeting Submission of surveys to regulatory bodies such as the FCA, ONS and OFGEM. Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto Power BI to improve efficiency and control Close collaboration with teams within the T&S business to implement best practice First point of contact for internal and external audit teams in respect of queries for the regulated entities Essential Experience/Job Requirements Qualified accountant (or part qualified) with Regulatory accounting experience (CRD IV - ICAAP, IFPR - ICARA/K-factor calculations) Excellent systems skills particularly Microsoft Excel and Power BI Experience using accounting systems such as SAP (other recognized alternatives would be acceptable) Demonstrated experience of automation of existing manual processes Ability to work within a very deadline orientated environment with strong attention to detail Strong level of analytical skills, numeracy, and strong financial understanding High level of communication skills and ability to present information. One Team mentality Desirable Experience Spanish speaker or knowledge of Spanish accounting principles We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EntityFinance Job Family GroupFinance Group Relocation availableNo Travel requiredNegotiable Time TypeFull time CountryUnited Kingdom About BPFINANCE Join us in a crucial time of transition. We are bringing all of our finance and procurement activities for the group into one place, enabling better work. For you this means working with us on: Compliance - efficiently delivering external reporting requirements to ensure we continue to meet our regulatory obligations in all jurisdictions, supported by robust control environment across all three lines of defence. Stewardship - laying out a robust finance framework and providing ongoing management of the balance sheet and portfolio execution, supported by effective advocacy to the market. Performance - facilitating the effective allocation of capital, development of business plans and coordination of business performance interventions to ensure a consistent delivery between strategic aspirations, operational forecasts and delivered outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for value creation through mergers and acquisition-led deals, commercial negotiations and integration of business opportunities. Transformation - driving digital transformation (centralising, digitising, optimising) across all elements of the finance entity to achieve sector-leading cost-performance. Legal disclaimerWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.
Job Profile Summary Grade HRPTE and GPTI trade through several regulated entities in the UK and Europe. The governance of these entities in accordance with the rules and regulations laid out by the regulatory bodies e.g., the FCA, is critical and rule breaches could have serious implications.The stewardship of regulated entities is a cross functional activity spanning E&C, Legal, Treasury and ARC working together to ensure compliance.Compliance requires daily proactive management; ARC play a key role in this as they report the financial metrics against which the regulated entities are assessed. Key metrics include net assets, gross assets, gross liabilities, regulatory capital, as well as numerous risk factors. All these metrics contribute to how the entity is managed and can give rise to interventions to ensure that not only are the entities compliant with regulations, but the regulatory status of the entity remains optimal.The changing landscape, such as increased market volatility, changing regulations, increased reporting demands and changes within our own business have increased the complexity associated with managing our regulated entities and has resulted in the need for additional support within the ARC team.Our existing reporting is also excel based and a key activity of this new role will be to optimise the reporting tools, ultimately producing a dashboard that is completely linked to source systems.Key responsibilities:• Working closely with the Legal and E&C team to stay abreast of the regulatory landscape, ensuring that T&S are prepared far in advance of any changes that could affect the business• Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions• Monthly reporting of key financial metrics and preparation for the monthly stewardship meeting• Coordination of ARC's response to regulatory surveys• Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers• Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto more up-to-date applications to improve efficiency and control• Development of a regulated entity executive dashboard to enhance insights into the status of our regulated entities and internal reporting capabilityDesirable skills• An ability to read complex legal or regulatory documents and distil the information into key relevant points• An ability to work across functions with ease• Excellent planning and coordination skills to ensure efficient execution of interventions• An ability to interrogate SAP and middle office systems to facilitate daily / monthly reporting • Proficient with new tools such as Power BI or, at the very least, a strong desire and aptitude to learn these new skills at the outset - transformation will be a key part of this role Job Advert Regulatory Accountant, Gas, and power trading international Location - 3 days office based - 2 days working from home The world is changing fast, and our industry is changing with it. The energy mix is shifting towards lower carbon sources, driven by technological advances, and growing environmental concerns. In bp, we will help drive this transition - and our business will be transformed by it. We are continually looking for hardworking, committed and results-oriented people to help us shape the face of energy for the future. BP's Trading & Shipping (T&S) is an integrated world-class trading organization that links together BP's trading and supply activities in oil, power, gas, petrochemicals, finance and shipping in order to build trading capability and capacity, particularly through people and systems. As a trading organization BP has several regulated entities in the UK and Europe (Spain). The governance of these entities is set out by regulatory bodies such as the FCA. In the position of Regulatory Accountant your role will be responsible for processes and controls in place to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements as set out by the relevant regulators. It is essential that you have solid accounting knowledge and experience as you will need to use this to work with other team members. Key accountabilities Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions (K-Factors) Monthly reporting of key financial metrics including commentaries to explain any material variances Preparation for the monthly regulated entities stewardship meeting Submission of surveys to regulatory bodies such as the FCA, ONS and OFGEM. Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto Power BI to improve efficiency and control Close collaboration with teams within the T&S business to implement best practice First point of contact for internal and external audit teams in respect of queries for the regulated entities Essential Experience/Job Requirements Qualified accountant (or part qualified) with Regulatory accounting experience (CRD IV - ICAAP, IFPR - ICARA/K-factor calculations) Excellent systems skills particularly Microsoft Excel and Power BI Experience using accounting systems such as SAP (other recognized alternatives would be acceptable) Demonstrated experience of automation of existing manual processes Ability to work within a very deadline orientated environment with strong attention to detail Strong level of analytical skills, numeracy, and strong financial understanding High level of communication skills and ability to present information. One Team mentality Desirable Experience Spanish speaker or knowledge of Spanish accounting principles We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Entity Finance Job Family Group Finance Group Relocation available No Travel required Negotiable Time Type Full time Country United Kingdom About BP FINANCE Join us in a crucial time of transition. We are bringing all of our finance and procurement activities for the group into one place, enabling better work. For you this means working with us on: Compliance - efficiently delivering external reporting requirements to ensure we continue to meet our regulatory obligations in all jurisdictions, supported by robust control environment across all three lines of defence. Stewardship - laying out a robust finance framework and providing ongoing management of the balance sheet and portfolio execution, supported by effective advocacy to the market. Performance - facilitating the effective allocation of capital, development of business plans and coordination of business performance interventions to ensure a consistent delivery between strategic aspirations, operational forecasts and delivered outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for value creation through mergers and acquisition-led deals, commercial negotiations and integration of business opportunities. Transformation - driving digital transformation (centralising, digitising, optimising) across all elements of the finance entity to achieve sector-leading cost-performance. Legal disclaimer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.
Dec 19, 2022
Full time
Job Profile Summary Grade HRPTE and GPTI trade through several regulated entities in the UK and Europe. The governance of these entities in accordance with the rules and regulations laid out by the regulatory bodies e.g., the FCA, is critical and rule breaches could have serious implications.The stewardship of regulated entities is a cross functional activity spanning E&C, Legal, Treasury and ARC working together to ensure compliance.Compliance requires daily proactive management; ARC play a key role in this as they report the financial metrics against which the regulated entities are assessed. Key metrics include net assets, gross assets, gross liabilities, regulatory capital, as well as numerous risk factors. All these metrics contribute to how the entity is managed and can give rise to interventions to ensure that not only are the entities compliant with regulations, but the regulatory status of the entity remains optimal.The changing landscape, such as increased market volatility, changing regulations, increased reporting demands and changes within our own business have increased the complexity associated with managing our regulated entities and has resulted in the need for additional support within the ARC team.Our existing reporting is also excel based and a key activity of this new role will be to optimise the reporting tools, ultimately producing a dashboard that is completely linked to source systems.Key responsibilities:• Working closely with the Legal and E&C team to stay abreast of the regulatory landscape, ensuring that T&S are prepared far in advance of any changes that could affect the business• Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions• Monthly reporting of key financial metrics and preparation for the monthly stewardship meeting• Coordination of ARC's response to regulatory surveys• Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers• Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto more up-to-date applications to improve efficiency and control• Development of a regulated entity executive dashboard to enhance insights into the status of our regulated entities and internal reporting capabilityDesirable skills• An ability to read complex legal or regulatory documents and distil the information into key relevant points• An ability to work across functions with ease• Excellent planning and coordination skills to ensure efficient execution of interventions• An ability to interrogate SAP and middle office systems to facilitate daily / monthly reporting • Proficient with new tools such as Power BI or, at the very least, a strong desire and aptitude to learn these new skills at the outset - transformation will be a key part of this role Job Advert Regulatory Accountant, Gas, and power trading international Location - 3 days office based - 2 days working from home The world is changing fast, and our industry is changing with it. The energy mix is shifting towards lower carbon sources, driven by technological advances, and growing environmental concerns. In bp, we will help drive this transition - and our business will be transformed by it. We are continually looking for hardworking, committed and results-oriented people to help us shape the face of energy for the future. BP's Trading & Shipping (T&S) is an integrated world-class trading organization that links together BP's trading and supply activities in oil, power, gas, petrochemicals, finance and shipping in order to build trading capability and capacity, particularly through people and systems. As a trading organization BP has several regulated entities in the UK and Europe (Spain). The governance of these entities is set out by regulatory bodies such as the FCA. In the position of Regulatory Accountant your role will be responsible for processes and controls in place to ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements as set out by the relevant regulators. It is essential that you have solid accounting knowledge and experience as you will need to use this to work with other team members. Key accountabilities Daily reporting of regulatory capital requirements and escalation of any necessary interventions (K-Factors) Monthly reporting of key financial metrics including commentaries to explain any material variances Preparation for the monthly regulated entities stewardship meeting Submission of surveys to regulatory bodies such as the FCA, ONS and OFGEM. Coordination of any interventions that have been decided across ARC, Treasury and GBS such as equity injections, dividends, cash transfers Transformation of the reporting tools, moving away from excel spreadsheets onto Power BI to improve efficiency and control Close collaboration with teams within the T&S business to implement best practice First point of contact for internal and external audit teams in respect of queries for the regulated entities Essential Experience/Job Requirements Qualified accountant (or part qualified) with Regulatory accounting experience (CRD IV - ICAAP, IFPR - ICARA/K-factor calculations) Excellent systems skills particularly Microsoft Excel and Power BI Experience using accounting systems such as SAP (other recognized alternatives would be acceptable) Demonstrated experience of automation of existing manual processes Ability to work within a very deadline orientated environment with strong attention to detail Strong level of analytical skills, numeracy, and strong financial understanding High level of communication skills and ability to present information. One Team mentality Desirable Experience Spanish speaker or knowledge of Spanish accounting principles We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Entity Finance Job Family Group Finance Group Relocation available No Travel required Negotiable Time Type Full time Country United Kingdom About BP FINANCE Join us in a crucial time of transition. We are bringing all of our finance and procurement activities for the group into one place, enabling better work. For you this means working with us on: Compliance - efficiently delivering external reporting requirements to ensure we continue to meet our regulatory obligations in all jurisdictions, supported by robust control environment across all three lines of defence. Stewardship - laying out a robust finance framework and providing ongoing management of the balance sheet and portfolio execution, supported by effective advocacy to the market. Performance - facilitating the effective allocation of capital, development of business plans and coordination of business performance interventions to ensure a consistent delivery between strategic aspirations, operational forecasts and delivered outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for value creation through mergers and acquisition-led deals, commercial negotiations and integration of business opportunities. Transformation - driving digital transformation (centralising, digitising, optimising) across all elements of the finance entity to achieve sector-leading cost-performance. Legal disclaimer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.