Assistant Finance Controller

Assistant Finance ControllerRole ProfileThe Finance Controllership Team provides financial control and accounting support to LSEG globally. Financial Controllers are responsible for the delivering of high-quality management reporting and controllership to the Business units within the Organization.The main responsibilities of this role will be to support FinCon team by overseeing the accounting, financial and regulatory reporting of the D&A regulated business. This role prepares external financial reports for public filings and regulators and analysing financial information of our Broker Dealer entities. The Assistant Finance Controller will interact with various stakeholders of the FinCon organization and the global finance team. The role focuses on core accounting skills, regulatory and compliance filing, understanding of trading & banking regulated business unit and working across different business divisions/entities in order to support the whole organization.

Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Manage the monthly close activities for the areas in scope which includes reviewing, analysing, and ensuring accuracy of numbers reported and adherence to group reporting policies and deadlines.
• Build and maintain detailed knowledge and understanding of the businesses and processes to enable delivery of meaningful financial packages information to Financial Controllers and key stakeholders
• Production of key supporting schedules for significant costs with the areas supported.
• Preparation of monthly & quarterly regulatory filing for the entities in scope, responsible for the end-to-end financial annual audited accounts
• Regulatory, compliance and audit engagement of our regulatory segments
• Identify opportunities for a more robust control environment to mitigate key risks. 
• Works with Finance, Compliance, Business stakeholders to deliver outcomes they own by providing corresponding accounting reporting and financial control support and enablement activities.
• Timely audit responses.
• Ad hoc projects

Technical/Professional Skills & Competencies

• Chartered Accountant/ Certified Public Accountant, CIMA, degree or equivalent in Finance with hands on experience in IFRS based accounting
• At least 7+ years of prior experience in Big4 or MNC preferably from Broker Dealer regulated industry
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Knowledge of Trading and Banking segment and regulated entities with monthly regulatory filing across the USA, UK, and HK region
• Experience of working with systems : SAP, Oracle, Pyramid, Hyperion, HFM an added advantage
• Knowledge of financial accounting standards (IFRS), best practice controls and practical application
• Ability to work independently and as a team, adapt to change and multi-task in a dynamic and multi-cultural environment
• Self-motivated and able to work under time pressure with accuracy and commitment
• Flexibility to work per UK hours

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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