External Financial Reporting Senior Finance Professional | S2 | CFO Internal Mobil

Country:
United Kingdom

Santander () is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation
, and our people are at the heart of this journey.
Together
, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation
, and the courage to challenge what's possible. This is more than a strategic shift.
It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference
. Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper
. We embrace a robust risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

we are responsible for preparing the UK and US Annual Reports, Half-Yearly Financial Reports and the Quarterly Management Statements (QMS) as well as internal-use quarterly financial statements for Santander UK Group Holdings plc, Santander UK plc and Santander Financial Services plc. This includes coordinating the other departments who contribute to and review the documents, including Group Accounting, FP&A, Capital Reporting, Tax, Risk and Legal & Corporate Governance, as well as the external auditors and legal advisors.

is looking for a External Financial Reporting Senior Finance Professional based out of Milton Keynes
. This role is a permanent role. We're shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas.

To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the production of significant parts of the UK Annual Reports, Half-Yearly Financial Reports and quarterly financial reporting outputs.
• Inputting and analysing data used to prepare the statutory documents where necessary, investigating variances and taking appropriate corrective action.
• Ensuring the accuracy of the electronic linkages, mappings and other elements of the reporting platform used to prepare the statutory documents.
• Reviewing eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) updates in Wdesk.
• Working with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of the processes in relation to the Annual Reports, Half-Yearly Financial Reports and other documents.
• Gaining an understanding of IFRS in order to assist the team with basic queries.

Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us greater as a team and as an organisation. We're enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.

The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience of financial services (Preferred)
• Experience of the UK public company reporting environment (Preferred)

• Part-qualified is essential (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) (Required)

• Experience of using Wdesk (Preferred)
• Experience of using or reviewing iXBRL (Preferred)
• Good numerical skills and proficient with Excel and Word (Preferred)

• Proven interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and persuade others (Required)
• Attention to detail, thoroughness and accuracy along with an ability to work under pressure and to deadlines (Required)

At Santander, your contribution matters. We recognise the difference you make every day, and we make sure you feel valued, supported and rewarded in return. Here, recognition goes beyond pay. It's about the pride you feel in your work, the impact you have on customers and communities, and the opportunities you have to grow and thrive - personally and professionally.

£38,200.00 - £57,300.00 per annum (depending on experience)

This salary range represents the expected remuneration for the role. Annual salary is based on a standard 35-hour working week. Actual salary offered will depend on skills, experience, qualifications and location.

• Competitive rewards that reflect the real impact you make and the value you bring.
• Wellbeing that goes beyond work - we work with a range of wellbeing partners across our 4 pillars of wellbeing (physical, mental, social and financial) to give you access to a suite of apps, discounted gym and…