Preparation and review of weekly and monthly management information to allow analysis of business activity and aid informed decision making
Liaise with Group MI team to provide requested MI and answer ad hoc queries.
Ensure accurate, timely and insightful data produced in line with business requirements.
Preparation of papers for group, and contribution to financial aspects of PMC papers.
Other ad hoc reporting/provision of MI as required to support evaluation of strategic opportunities.
Financial Accounting
Preparation and review of monthly management accounts through to final review stage, providing analysis and commentary on results against plan.
Preparation of year end statutory accounts to review stage, liaise with auditors to ensure year end process completed smoothly.
Accounting information to be produced in accurate and timely manner using techniques and standards that adhere to accounting rules.
Updating the FC/CFO with any issues on a timely basis and being point of contact for other teams queries.
Preparation of group reporting schedules on a quarterly basis ensuring accuracy of information.
Budgeting and Forecasting
Assist with the provision of relevant projections and estimations to enable accurate budget preparation. Liaise with Group FP&A team, if required, to provide requested information and analysis.
Capital and liquidity
Provision of relevant calculations and reporting to enable regular completion of capital forecasts and liquidity requirements
Various ad hoc reporting requirements
Regulatory reporting
Accurate and timely MI to be produced per business needs
Regular monitoring of FCA due dates. Preparation of accurate and timely regulatory returns to be produced and submitted on FCA RegData system.
Risk
Understand Risk Appetite statements and how they apply to the business area
Ensure key business risks are fully understood, controlled and mitigated on the team to ensure local plans are delivered and we meet our regulatory requirements
Ensure key controls are tested and Risk Events are reported and investigated in accordance with the Risk Event & Escalation process
Control frameworks regularly tested with improvement plans agreed and implemented
People
Act as point of contact and support for members of the Accounting and Analysis team, providing leadership.
Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Qualified Chartered Accountant at one of the recognized bodies with up to 2 years post qualification experience.
Demonstrate an understanding of FCA regulations and reporting requirements, ensuring compliance and accurate submission of regulatory returns.
Effectively manage to tight deadlines while maintaining the quality of outputs.
Benefits
At M&G, we're committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future. Our UK benefits include:Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase up to 5 extra days and additional flexibility through our Time Off When You Need It policy - to balance your work and personal commitments.Our market leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - as supporting families is a core aspect of our inclusive culture.Health & Protection cover including PrivateHealth insuranceVision insuranceFlexible scheduleParental leave
Additional Information
Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.
Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.
Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.
Role Summary:
Experienced Senior Financial Accountant to assist the Finance department, with all areas of financial and management accounting and to provide management information, analysis and reporting to stakeholders, both internal and external. Supporting other members of the team as required.
Mgpru · Bath