Head of Finance home based

4 weeks ago


Wimbledon Greater London, United Kingdom Close Brothers Group Full time

Finance Manager Asset Finance & Leasing (12 Months)
We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life.
Join Close Brothers Asset Finance and Leasing Finance Team where you will report to the AF&L (Asset Finance & Leasing) Financial Controller and is responsible for supporting the AF&L regulatory reporting. The role also supports the development of the Banks IRB.
The Asset Finance and Leasing (AF&L) division is part of the wider Commercial Division within the Close Brothers Limited (Bank).
The businesses operate across a diverse set of sectors including Transport, Industrial Equipment and mid ticket leasing. Assets funded range from standard commercial vehicles and yellow metal construction equipment to project finance for Energy developments.
Support the preparation and submission of high-quality regulatory returns to the Group Regulatory team. Returns include COREP, FINREP and Bank of England reporting.
Manage and review the preparation of the AF&L loan book and cashflow by the Assistant Financial Accountant, this involves reviewing large volumes of work streams and performing data analysis, validation checks, resolution of reporting discrepancies.
Reporting to the AF&L Finance Director and AF&L Financial Controller on a regular basis on the monthly key reporting metrics and escalation of issues as appropriate.
Perform reconciliation of all data points used in the regulatory returns as the new IRB data warehouse is built. Clearly articulate the differences identified in reconciliations and influencing project team to implement changes.
Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for regulatory processes impacting AF&L by providing technical input into the data initiative projects as well as challenge proposals given the knowledge and awareness of complex systems
Assist in preparation and review of the interim and full year group reporting packs as well as financial statements. Support the external year-end audit process to ensure a clean audit report.
Risk & Compliance
~ Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required

Developing Our People: as a line manager, you will be responsible for inspiring and motivating your team, as well as developing performance through coaching. Proven experience of PRA and BoE regulatory reporting in the Banking sector
Strong understanding of a Bank's business, risk management and process and control arrangements,
Broad understanding of financial accounting and ability to translate to regulatory reporting
Strong project management skills, including time management, prioritisation, organisation and evaluation skills
Ability to dive deep into data, existing processes, people and technology challenges to identify issues and opportunities
Fluent English required (verbal/ written)
Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with minimum 2-3 years PQE,
Strong Excel skills (V-look-ups, Pivot tables, Index- Match)
Microsoft Office
Experience of SAP (ECC and Analysis)
Tableau
We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. For roles offering hybrid working: At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working.
Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking, wealth management services and securities trading. At Close Brothers we provide financial support and advice to small businesses and individuals in the UK. Our purpose is to help the people and businesses of Britain thrive over the long term.
Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion / Close Brothers Group
#Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking, wealth management services and securities trading. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 250.We remain focused on markets and services we know and understand, developing leading positions and unrivalled expertise. Our approach is prudent and considered enabling us to grow sustainably, through all market conditions, building confidence among our depositors and investors.
Our businesses have remained local as we continue to provide bespoke services, and developing long-term relationships ensuring our success in the future. We ensure our services meet their specific needs and invest to support them as they grow.
These principles, founded in our past but applied to the modern world today, represent what we describe as 'modern merchant banking' - values that are embedded in our culture and that underpin everything we do.
Inclusion
Private medical
Discounted health checks
Stakeholder pension contribution
Gym discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Save As You Earn scheme
Purchase additional holiday
At Close Brothers, we are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our employees. We continue to seek out new ways to give as a group and to help employees who give their valuable time and money to causes close to them.
Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose, and we recognise that to help the people and businesses of Britain thrive over the long term, we also have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, employees and customers, now and into the future.
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