A world leading brokerage is currently hiring for an experienced professional to join their team as a Legal Entity Controller for their London desk. The role has been newly created and is an ideal opportunity for a candidate to gain wider experience in a more analytical position.
Main duties
- Preparation of annual financial statements for a number of entities under various international standards.
- Prepare monthly analytical review on legal entity income statement and balance sheet.
- Manage monthly close process, including consolidation entries at Group level.
- Preparation of monthly management reports.
- Preparation of monthly VAT computations, monthly VAT return and annual VAT submissions to HMRC.
- Preparation of monthly transfer pricing calculations and subsequent reporting.
- Review and challenge balance sheet reconciliations.
- Review of daily FX Exposure Analysis.
- Design and implement world class control environment.
- Support legal entity initiatives within the firm and involvement in projects impacting the legal entities.
- Involvement in developing and re-engineering existing processes through exposure to key firm projects; and- Escalation of issues to Management
Skills required
- Recently qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
- Currently working a financial reporting role within Financial Skills.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS Reporting Standards.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills.
This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate who is looking for a Financial Control position with a strong focus on getting involved and taking ownership of projects. The individual would play a pivotal role in improving the control function and therefore is important they possess strong interpersonal skills. The company offers realistic career progression.
If you are interested in this role please apply below or contact me for more information.
