Senior Accountant

Who we are

Britannia Financial Group is a global financial services company that combines local expertise with global solutions to offer a full range of financial products including, securities & derivatives brokerage services, asset and wealth management products to its clients.. Britannia is steeped in banking history and tradition. A group evolving through the decades by adapting itself to the new realities of the international financial environment.

We aim to build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and employees, providing space for employees to maximise their potential in a stimulating working environment. Britannia anticipates a period of significant growth, both in the UK and internationally, which presents the opportunity for sustained professional development and progression.

Role Overview

We are looking to bring in to our finance team a Senior Accountant to carry out a pivotal role for the company. The role will involve extensive work with the board and offers plenty of international exposure. The vacancy sits within the Group finance team which has a boutique feel to it therefore offering a great amount of diversity and breadth and very real exposure to senior stakeholders.

Some of the activities you will be involved with

• Maintaining strong financial control of the general ledger, accurate and timely management information, including budgets, variances from budget and the production of KPIs which aligned to the business needs

• Control certain balance sheet areas and production of reconciliations and analytical information to ensure appropriate treatments

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and management reporting, including analysis and commentary

• Working with the wider business to maintain and review budgets and forecasts

• Provision of timely & accurate management information

• Actively contributing to strengthening of the Finance team and identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and analysis

• Assisting with preparation of statutory accounts at year end

• Assisting with budget to actuals monitoring

Experience we are looking for

• Qualified accountant
• Advanced Excel Skills including experience with VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and charts
• Fintech, FX or related sector experience is beneficial
• FCA regulated business experience would be beneficial
• Hands-on, comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Must have a positive attitude and be professional
• Strong attention to detail and proven ability to multitask, set goals and meet deadlines
• Comfortable in a fast-paced working environment
• Self-Driven and motivated to add value by instigating processes and procedures
• Sage experience desirable but not essential

Benefits we offer

We offer a leading benefits and reward program alongside a hybrid working policy to attract and employ the most skilled and talented employees in the industry. From competitive pay to a comprehensive health, family and wellness cover. We make sure every aspect of our employee's well-being is taken care of.

Our commitment to equal opportunities

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a global company . We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.