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Financial Conduct Authority Hiring for Finance Analyst Job at London, England Full Time

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The Role
We are looking for a Finance Analyst to join our Finance Division.
As an integral part of the FCA, the Finance division is responsible for looking after the finances and working environment, protecting the FCA reputation and enabling it to meet its objectives.
Within the division the Strategic Finance team is responsible for preparing the FCA’s divisions annual budgets, forecast’s, and monthly management accounts as well as supporting on going projects and ad hoc decision making.
The role sits within the Frontline part of the Strategic Finance team working closely with the Senior Finance Analysts & Finance Business Partners for Supervision Policy & Competition providing an effective support service during month end and during forecast and budgeting periods whilst having the opportunity to lead on business partnering the finance needs for several of the sub-divisions.
What does the role involve?
The individual will be a part-qualified/qualified management accountant able to step in and hit the ground running, the role involves.
  • Preparation of month end accounting entries, supporting the Senior Finance Analysts adhering to proper controls and processes.
  • Assisting in the production of timely and insightful management information to senior leadership to succinctly provide explanations to support decision-making.
  • Providing other support to the Senior Finance Analysts as required including assisting with answering ad-hoc queries, variance analysis and external audit preparation.
  • Preparation and supporting the co-ordination of forecasts and annual budget in conjunction with Senior Finance Analysts & FBP’s ensuring divisions understand financial implications.
  • In conjunction with the respective Senior Finance Analyst & FBP provide business partnering support to the allocated sub-divisions and assist in the resolution of relevant business queries in a timely manner as required.
  • Working in harmony with wider Finance colleagues to pursue a continuous improvement agenda, both with business processes and personal development.
  • Regularly need to manage and interrogate large volumes of data and be able to summarise back to Finance and non-Finance stakeholders
  • Flex their approach as we work in a dynamic and evolving environment where they may be asked to create new best practices and processes
What will the candidate get from the role?
  • You will enjoy a unique aerial view of the financial services industry, with the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference.
  • An opportunity to understand and shape the financial management of the FCA’s expenditure.
  • You will have the opportunity to work with and influence a wide range of industry professionals, both internally and externally to the FCA.
  • As an Academy business we place great value on learning and at the FCA we offer world-class development opportunities which will assist you in achieving your career aspirations.
Skills/Experience Required
Minimum

We’re a signatory to the Government’s Disability Confident scheme. This means that we will offer an interview to disabled candidates entering under the scheme, should they meet the minimum criteria for a role. A minimum criterion needs to be measurable from reviewing a candidate’s CV. Exceptions may apply if due to the volume of applications we are not able to interview all eligible candidates who qualify under the scheme.
  • Part Qualified/Qualified Accountant
  • 3 years experience working with Stakeholders & Finance
Essential
  • Workday experience
  • Adaptive Planning / Office Connect
  • Experience of financial reporting and planning
  • Experience of challenging budget holders.
Desirable
  • Strong excel and modelling skills with the ability to work with and manipulate large volumes of data
  • Excellent stakeholder management capabilities and listening skills
  • Excellent attention to detail: can demonstrate taking pride in work and ensuring it is of the highest standard
  • A strong communicator who engages with team members and stakeholders clearly and collaboratively, with the ability to explain financial reports clearly and succinctly to finance and non-finance colleagues alike
  • Can demonstrate good judgement and decision making on a day to day basis
  • Curiosity with a Continuous Improvement mindset, displaying an interest in things that are new, with the ability to identify patterns and themes
  • Proactive: able to work on own initiative to identify and resolve issues but exercises correct judgement on when to escalate or involve senior finance colleagues
About the FCA
At the FCA, we’re creating a fair and more resilient financial system. We’re establishing more transparent relationships between financial services and their customers, building trust in financial markets and protecting vulnerable consumers.
The FCA supports hybrid working and you will be expected to work 40% of your time over a month, in our office. We will consider other flexible arrangements, for example part time working, and you can discuss this with the recruiter.
The FCA’s Values & Diversity
Our ambition is to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the society we serve, helping us to be a better regulator.

As an inclusive employer, we are open to considering flexible working arrangements. Please contact our recruiter if you wish to apply for this role on a flexible basis.

Useful Information
  • This role is graded as Associate (Level 8) – Corporate
  • Paying up to £45,000 (dependant on skills and experience) plus a competitive

    benefits package

    and non-contributory pension

  • Applications for this role close on 24th August 2022
  • Please note 1st stage interviews will be happening from 1st September 2022
If you are interested learning more about the role please contact:
For internal applications, please contact Sara Holland on

For external applications, please contact Ifrah Azam on

Please note – Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.

Job Overview

  • ID: 260254
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  • Job Title: Financial Conduct Authority Hiring for Finance Analyst Job at London, England
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