Senior Manager - Regulatory Reporting

A highly technical Senior Manager/Associate Director is required within London's foremost Financial Services Accounting advisory team, in what is an influential role within the wider firm context.

The Firm
Our client is a well-established and highly regarded independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in the City of London, providing audit, accounting, tax and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients.

The firm is committed to remaining independent and following its continued growth across the client portfolio and significant regulatory developments on the horizon, the firm is entering an exciting period in the evolution of its specialist Financial Services offering.

With an established Regulatory Reporting & Advisory department, the firm has developed an excellent reputation for its specialist expertise. Its Financial Services offering is London's largest offering of its type dealing with asset management, hedge funds and private equity firms in a regulated market.

The firm also boasts industry leading levels of staff retention and a collaborative working culture.

The Role
This is an opportunity to take on an influential position within an established specialist team, with genuine prospects for progression to Director and Partnership.

As Senior Manager / Associate Director, you will work closely with the Partner, another Senior Manager and large of qualified and trainee staff. The role requires taking responsibility for the delivery of specialist regulatory reporting and advisory services to a portfolio of Financial Services clients. The position combines technical responsibility, client management, staff development and the opportunity to contribute to the department's future direction.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing and delivering regulatory reporting and advisory engagements for Financial Services clients across the UK and internationally
• Providing technical advice on FCA regulatory requirements, including prudential reporting.
• Reviewing regulatory returns, calculations and supporting documentation
• Advising clients on the interpretation and practical application of complex regulatory requirements
• Supporting clients with reporting change, reporting transformation and implementation projects
• Identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes and develop additional advisory services
• Building and maintaining relationships with senior client stakeholders
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior members of the team
• Working closely with the Partner on the continued development and growth of the department
• Exploring opportunities to incorporate technology, automation and AI into the delivery of further services

An important aspect of the position will be the opportunity to help shape the department's response to forthcoming regulatory developments, creating new opportunities for both the firm and its clients.

About the Candidate
The successful candidate will have a strong background in Financial Services regulatory reporting (not banking), combining technical knowledge with the ability to manage client relationships, support colleagues and contribute to the development of a specialist practice.

Although the position is primarily aimed at an experienced Senior Manager, the firm is open to considering individuals at Manager through to Associate Director level, depending on their experience and capabilities.

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified accountant
• Experience in regulatory reporting, prudential regulation or financial reporting within Financial Services
• Strong knowledge of the FCA regulatory framework and its application to relevant businesses
• Experience in areas such as AIFMD Annex IV, Form PF, ICARA and other prudential reporting requirements
• Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and communicate practical solutions to clients
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering specialist assignments
• Willingness to work closely with, mentor and develop trainees and junior colleagues
• Strong analytical skills, commercial awareness and an interest in regulatory developments
• An interest in technology, automation and opportunities to improve existing processes
• A collaborative approach and the ambition to contribute to the long-term success of the department
• Able to commute to London

Candidates from a variety of backgrounds will be considered, including accountancy practices, specialist regulatory consultancies, compliance advisory businesses and fund administrators.

What's on Offer
This is an excellent chance to join a successful, independent firm at an important stage in the development of its specialist Financial Services offering. This is truly a firm that looks after and values its people – the staff retention statistics attest to this.

The position offers the opportunity to work closely with an Equity Partner, influence the future direction of the department and develop a long-term career without an artificial ceiling on progression.

• Genuine opportunities for progression to Director and potentially Partnership
• The opportunity to play an influential role in an established and growing specialist department
• Exposure to a broad portfolio of UK and international Financial Services clients
• Generous annual leave with option to buy and sell
• Flexible working arrangements
• Private medical insurance
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Discounted gym membership and wellbeing benefits

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