Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day financial accounting duties for the main trading entity, branches and subsidiaries, producing monthly management accounts, including associated reconciliations, within group reporting deadlines.
• Prepare the annual statutory accounts in line with IFRS for these entities and other entities within the CW International group structure.
• Act as the point of contact for both external and internal auditors and tax advisors, ensuring co-ordination and delivery of any audit and tax requirements, including VAT.
• Review adherence with capital adequacy reporting requirements and ensure any annual regulatory submissions are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee the system generated revenue processes performed by the wider team, including but not limited to fee runs, retrocessions and interest payable and receivable.
• Recommend system and process enhancements and implement them in conjunction with developers and business analysts, leveraging technology to automate tasks and improve reporting.
• Monitor systems to safeguard the integrity of the financial records, identify and implement improvements to processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support the wider finance team and broader business in responding to ad-hoc requests as they arise, including those from overseas group companies.
• Act as mentor and supervisor for junior members of the team.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA/ICAEW qualification or equivalent
• At least two years' post-qualification experience
• Good technical accounting understanding and working knowledge of financial reporting & month end procedures (IFRS)

• Investment business regulatory familiarity across the Crown Dependencies & UK
• Good understanding of relevant compliance and tax regulations
• Understanding of capital and liquidity requirements in a regulated business
• Client money environment / FCA CASS rules understanding preferable

• Proficient in Excel, with knowledge of Power Query an advantage
• Understanding of accounting software & databases (Avaloq knowledge an advantage)

• High accuracy skills with the ability to maintain accuracy when meeting tight deadlines 
• High numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Efficiency and process improvement mindset
• Strong attention to detail and able to spot discrepancies
• Communication skills to ensure that information is obtained and shared concisely at all levels of the Canaccord group
• Ability to work independently & unsupervised
• Good organisational skills and a self-starter

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including contributory pension scheme
• Medical care for yourself, partner, and dependant children
• Parking
• Learning and development opportunities
• Active sports and social
• Modern, out of town office with sit-stand desks.

About
Canaccord Wealth is one of the top 10 wealth managers in the UK, with offices nationwide, as well as international investment teams and operations in the Crown Dependencies.We have successfully grown our business and reputation over the years, and now provide large numbers of high net worth clients with expert investment management to help them reach their objectives. Our investment management specialists have a wealth of experience across different areas of investment management, including portfolio management, stockbroking and investment funds.Here at Canaccord Wealth, we pride ourselves on our special culture and being able to offer rewarding, challenging and interesting roles.No matter whether you are looking for a client-facing Investment Director role or want to support our business through Operations, IT, Finance or Marketing, everyone at Canaccord Wealth plays an important role in our success.There is plenty of opportunity to help execute our strategy, inspire us with your passion and build a rewarding career. We encourage new ideas, energy, hard work and professionalism and show our appreciation by being committed to your ongoing development, happiness and well-being at work.As leading experts in our field, we have exacting standards and are always looking for ambitious and hard-working colleagues to join our dedicated teams and help us deliver the best we can for our clients as well as build a successful business.