Financial Controller
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We're on a mission to build the world's greatest social bank. We believe that banking needs to change for the better. When money is used correctly, it can transform our daily lives and positively impact the planet. We're looking for a qualified accountant to join our Finance team as a Financial Controller within a growing banking environment. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with a background in Financial Services audit and 1-2 years of post-qualification experience gained either in audit or within a banking, fintech, or broader financial services environment. The successful candidate will support month-end close, financial control activities, management reporting, and implementation of accounting and control processes for new products and material transactions, while also driving process improvements and automation initiatives across Finance. How you will contribute and key responsibilities: As a Financial Controller, your key responsibility will be to ensure Kroo Bank delivers accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting while maintaining a robust financial control environment that supports the bank's continued growth. You will play a critical role in overseeing month end and year end close processes, ensuring the integrity of financial data, and supporting the implementation of effective accounting and control frameworks across the business. You will be responsible for maintaining strong balance sheet controls, supporting technical accounting assessments, and ensuring new products and material transactions are appropriately accounted for and controlled. You will work closely with stakeholders across Finance, Treasury, Risk, and Operations to deliver high quality financial reporting, improve processes, and support strategic initiatives. You will also contribute to finance transformation activities by driving automation and enhancing the scalability and efficiency of Finance processes. Other responsibilities include: Support and coordinate month-end and year-end close processes Prepare management reporting and various internal financial reports Respond to finance and reporting requests across the bank Maintain and enhance the financial control processes Set up accounting and financial control processes for new products and initiatives Prepare accounting papers and technical accounting memos where required Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including loans, deposits, derivatives, and other financial instruments Reconcile and monitor loan portfolios, provisions, and related balances Support impairment assessment and loan loss provisioning processes Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data and reporting Assist with external audit, internal audit and regulatory reporting requirements Drive automation initiatives to improve reporting, reconciliations, controls, and month-end efficiency Support system reporting enhancements and finance transformation projects Work closely with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Treasury, and Operations Qualified accountant (ACA/ ACCA or equivalent) Background in Financial Services Audit at a Big Four or a mid-tier firm 1-2 years post-qualification experience preferred Strong understanding of banking products, their accounting treatment and financial reporting, including loans, deposits and treasury assets such as covered bonds and RMBS. Experience with impairment and loan loss provisioning is highly desirable Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proactive mindset with an interest in process optimisation and automation Excellent attention to details and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Advanced Excel skills and use of other tools, including AI beneficial What we offer: At our cutting-edge fintech company, we know that attracting and retaining the best talent means offering top-notch benefits that help our employees thrive both in and outside of work. Check out what we currently offer: Generous holiday time: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 1 Kroo bank holiday (June 24th), and 1 day off during the week of your birthday. Personal days: We know that life can be unpredictable, so we offer 3 personal days to use as needed. Employer-sponsored volunteer program: We're passionate about giving back to our community, and we support our employees in doing the same with up to 4 hours per month of employer-sponsored volunteer time. Mental health support: We care about the mental health of our team members and offer access to Spill, our mental health support partner. Workplace pension: We want you to feel secure about your future, so we offer a workplace pension with a 5% employee contribution and a 3% employer top-up. Top-notch equipment: We provide top-of-the-line equipment necessary for smooth hybrid work, including a MacBook laptop. Additionally, we also offer support in establishing your home office by contributing towards your setup if required. Modern office: When you're in t
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