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You'll be joining the Financial Control team as the Financial Control Manager. Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, you'll be a part of a fast-growing business that is challenging the market and doing things differently.

You will manage the Financial Control team, comprising 4 people, to maintain accurate books and records for the ClearBank Group of companies, ensuring a robust control framework underpins all records. You will actively work with peers across the wider Finance function to deliver ClearBank's external reporting requirements. You will develop a sustainable Financial Control function to support ClearBank's future expansion into Europe and other countries.

And you'll be joining the #14 fastest-growing tech company in the UK, according to Deloitte Fast 50.

You will be

• Managing the Financial Control team to deliver an efficient, timely and controlled month-end financial close process


• Preparing and presenting variance analysis to explain month-on-month movements as well as actuals against forecast differences, providing detailed written commentary to support the month end close meetings


• Responsible for the Group maintaining a robust and accurate balance sheet reconciliation process, ensuring all discrepancies are thoroughly investigated and resolved


• Responsible for preparing accurate pre month end flash reporting of income and expenses for the Financial Planning & Analysis and Commercial teams


• Lead the annual audit process, acting as the main point of contact for all Financial Control related audit deliverables


• Ensuring the financial control team uphold robust internal controls and procedures to protect financial data and data integrity, embedding controls within the team culture


• Ensuring the RCSA accurately captures the risks and controls within Financial Control, performing control testing as required


• Participating in various ad hoc financial reporting projects as needed, such as process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting processes as ClearBank expands into Europe and other countries


• Managing the training requirements of the Financial Control team, implementing a development plan for team members to ensure sufficient contingency planning for key roles and mitigating key person dependencies. Ensure the team is correctly sized as ClearBank expands into Europe
  
  Qualified accountant with multiple years post qualified experience is essential


• Detailed knowledge and experience of financial control month end processes is essential


• Detailed knowledge and experience of risk and controls self-assessment procedures is essential


• Excellent communication skills are essential


• Ability to explain complex accounting principles in an easy to understand way


• Time management, analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential


• Prior experience of Dynamics 365 is advantageous


• An effective team player with a collaborative mindset


• Capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment


• Demonstrated ability to adapt and respond effectively to shifting priorities
  
  ClearBank was built on the belief that banking infrastructure would no longer slow down progress. Instead, it's the catalyst that unlocks the potential to innovate. That's why our clients - financial institutions from fintech's and crypto platforms, to banks and credit unions - use our API to power their banking infrastructure.


But we wouldn't be ClearBank without our people. They're what powers our innovative technology and the reason we love what we do every day. We're a group of spirited people who are never afraid to challenge the norm - becoming stronger, more energised, and that much better when we're together. It's our belief in fairness, autonomy and choice that means our people are empowered with the tools to learn, grow, and contribute to ours and our clients' success. Interested in joining us? Read on or visit our website for more information.


• At ClearBank we have a flexible working philosophy, empowering our employees to manage their time in a way which allows them to meet both work and personal commitments, in partnership with their line manager


• Spacious and well-equipped new offices in London and Bristol


• 27 days annual leave per year, plus flexible bank holidays


• The option to work outside of the UK for up to 30 days per year


• Regular company-wide socials


• Take a couple of days per year to volunteer with your chosen charity to do something bigger than ClearBank


• Private healthcare through Healix and discounted Bupa dental cover, with employee healthy living perks and discounts through YuLife


• Enhanced family-friendly leave


• Plus, you'll have the opportunity to join an innovative team that's building a bank fit for the future!


ClearBank is committed to ensuring equal opportunities throughout every stage of the recruitment process. ClearBank recognises that diversity is vital to the long-term success of the business in the communities and markets in which it operates. ClearBank is also a firm believer that an inclusive culture fosters greater employee engagement and collaboration.

ClearBank strives for diversity and inclusion of all forms, including (but not limited to): gender, age, educational and professional background, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

As part of the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable adjustments, to candidates during the recruitment process, including to individuals with disabilities. We want to create a safe space that welcomes everyone so please let us know how we can accommodate you. In case you have any accessibility requirements you can share this with our Talent Acquisition team prior to your interview stage, if applicable.