Accounting Policy Expert recruitment
- Work closely with the Business, Finance colleagues and GAP team members in other locations to provide rigorous analyses of new and complex transactions ensuring that the accounting principles are applied with integrity and that decisions are appropriately documented.
- Identify opportunities for GAP to provide value added services including partnering diverse clients in their dealings with and resolution of accounting policy issues.
Identify the accounting risks associated with existing and proposed transactions and work with the business, other members of the GAP team and the appropriate control functions to address any
- Analyse new trade proposals and new business ideas to determine the appropriate accounting treatment in a multi-GAAP environment, considering the client's motivation and any reputational risk this could create for the Group.
- Be in a position to provide guidance on a number of different GAAP reporting regimes. In particular advise on relevant IFRS, and UK GAAP reporting requirements along with other local GAAPs as necessary.
- Assist in the implementation of new accounting policy requirements through i. Developing and presenting appropriate materials, ii. Preparing and presenting quarterly training sessions to the London Finance team, iii. Contribute views and suggestions to the GAP discussions- Participate in the London based industry groups on which the Bank is represented such as ISDA, AFME etc.
Strong A Levels or local equivalent.
Good Degree 2:1 or higher or local equivalent.
Fully qualified ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or respected national equivalent
Experience of working in a financial services organisation in a technical accounting policy role would be beneficial.