Interim Financial Reporting & Controls Project

Reporting & Controls Project at a Bank 6 months £600 - £700 per day Interim Financial Reporting and Controls Project Based in London Hybrid with 3 days per week in the office 6 Month assignment £600-£700 per day Inside or Outside IR35 An interesting project role at an established Bank based in Central London that can be paid as Inside or Outside IR35.

You must have relevant experience in Banking and be a qualified accountant to be considered. The project is to review the current processes and identify gaps, overlaps and control weaknesses. You will then develop standard reconciliation templates and controls and be responsible for creating a clear end-to-end framework for account ownership. This includes establishing robust reconciliation procedures, and ensuring buy-in from key stakeholders and departments.

In addition, the role will support the preparation of year-end IFRS statutory accounts.

Key Responsibilities Review current reporting and financial control processes. Identify gaps in the existing control framework. Create and maintain an account ownership register Design an end-to-end account reconciliation process Perform physical reconciliations of accounts and resolve discrepancies. Design new controls to reduce operational risks. Partner with stakeholders across the bank Document workflows and map process changes clearly. Provide training and guidance and facilitate workshops across multiple departments Assist with yearend audit preparation Drive project buy-in across diverse banking departments.

Skills and Experience required ACA or CA qualification (or equivalent) 7 years of financial control experience Banking experience is essential for this role. Experience in year-end IFRS statutory accounts preparation Proven stakeholder management skills at a senior executive level. Ability to influence and challenge non-finance teams. Can work independently, manage multiple work streams Available immediately or on a short notice period.