Financial Controller

1 month ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Bank of America Full time

Job Summary

This role involves a varied range of responsibilities, including financial control, P&L and balance sheet controls, valuation controls and regulatory interactions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and be able to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performing the calculation and analysis of valuation controls, including IPV, valuation adjustments and prudent valuation adjustments.
  • Working with the Global Valuations Group (GVG) to ensure ongoing review & enhancement of valuation control methodologies and practices.
  • Assisting in the streamlining and enhancement of all BFC processes and becoming actively involved with system development ranging from technical enhancements and new product releases to automation of existing processes.
  • Engaging with the Accounting Policy Group to implement appropriate accounting policies and procedures.
  • Contributing to governance process, operational error reporting and support of other internal control process, including SOX.

Requirements

  • Preferably Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or CFA with good working knowledge of accounting concepts.
  • Experience within a similar role, ideally from financial services / banking.
  • Good working knowledge of accounting concepts.
  • Confident Excel skills.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our team in Chester. As a key member of our Financial Institutions Credit Business Finance & Control team, you will play a critical role in supporting the EMEA Credit business, which is primarily market making in Credit Products such as CDS, Bonds and CDS Index within the EMEA and CEEMEA regions.

What We Offer

  • An estimated salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum.
  • A competitive pension plan, life assurance and group income protection cover if you become unable to work as a result of a disability or health reasons.
  • 20 days of back-up childcare including access to school holiday clubs and 20 days of back-up adult care per annum.
  • The ability to change your core benefits as well as the option of selecting a variety of flexible benefits to suit your personal circumstances.
  • Access to an emotional wellbeing helpline, mental health first aiders and virtual GP services.
  • Opportunity to donate to charities of your choice directly through payroll and the bank will match your contribution.

About Bank of America

Bank of America is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute their best work. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain top talent from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Good conduct and sound judgment is crucial to our long term success. Individual accountability and an ownership mind-set are the cornerstones of our Code of Conduct and are at the heart of managing risk well.



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