Accounting and Controls Manager

A leading financial services business with offices in Norwich and London are looking for an Accounting & Controls Manager to join the team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the role will run the team responsible for monitoring and continuously improving the group's financial control environment including the effective identification, reporting and resolution of control issues. In addition, the role will manage the accounting and reporting processes related to the Company and will oversee financial board reporting for all group entities. Key responsibilities include: Managing the team responsible for oversight and maintenance of all of the group's settled direct operations ensuring effective and accurate accounting for all relevant entities, including timely reconciliations. Oversee the production of all assigned non-core regulatory returns in an accurate and timely manner. Managing the group's Sarbane's Oxley controls framework including regular reporting, testing and continuous improvement of the control environment. Act as the primary point of contact for the senior management team and the business regarding SOX and control related matters. Managing the accounting and reporting processes related to the group's Overseas operations including Singapore. Assisting the group's Financial Controller with ad-hoc projects and initiatives. Managing the process for the production and enhancement of the group's quarterly financial board reports including the collation and communication of appropriate commentary and other support. Overseeing the process for the effective accounting for enhanced commissions, other fees and deductions. Playing a leading role in promoting effective teamwork across the relevant finance teams and to work closely with functional areas outside finance where collaboration is required. To be considered for this role you'll ideally have a thorough understanding of a strong control framework and will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), ideally trained in an accountancy practice.