Financial Analyst - Legal Entity Control

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Analyst to join the Legal Entity Control team in London. This role offers you the chance to work at the heart of a collaborative and knowledgeable department, supporting legal entity control and reporting across both UK and European operations. You will be instrumental in ensuring robust financial controls, engaging with external auditors, and delivering high-quality statutory and management reports. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment that values attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication. Opportunity to collaborate on complex legal entity reporting across multiple jurisdictions, including UK and Europe, enhancing your international experience.

What You'll Do

As a Financial Analyst with in Legal Entity Control, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the finance function’s day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities will span statutory reporting, management information production, board report compilation, and regulatory submissions across multiple jurisdictions. You will be relied upon to maintain high levels of accuracy when investigating issues within legal entities and resolving any discrepancies that arise. Your ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external auditors will be essential as you help drive continuous improvement in financial controls. The role also involves supporting transfer pricing activities and participating in month end close processes. Success in this position requires not only technical proficiency but also a collaborative approach that fosters trust among colleagues. By joining this team, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the organisation’s financial integrity while developing your own expertise in an inclusive environment.

• Support the legal entity control team by preparing accurate and timely reports for UK and European legal entities, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Assist with statutory reporting requirements for a diverse range of legal entities, maintaining strong relationships with external auditors throughout the process.
• Manage monthly European central bank reporting obligations for various branches, including submissions to Banque de France and ACPR.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly management information reports for both UK and European operations, providing valuable insights for decision-making bodies such as ALCO.
• Assist in compiling quarterly board reports for European entities, ensuring clarity and precision in all documentation presented to senior stakeholders.
• Investigate and resolve breaks or discrepancies within legal entities, demonstrating diligence in identifying root causes and implementing solutions.
• Provide support for transfer pricing activities, collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate actively in month end close processes, ensuring all financial data is accurately captured and reconciled within tight deadlines.
• Engage proactively with colleagues across departments to address ad hoc tasks as required, contributing positively to team objectives.

What You Bring

To succeed as a Financial Analyst, your background should include significant experience working within finance functions where accuracy and reliability are paramount. Your technical proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Excel, will be vital as you handle large volumes of data across multiple legal entities. A deep understanding of financial statements allows you to interpret results confidently while your analytical mindset supports thorough investigations into any discrepancies encountered. As a qualified accountant with an impressive academic record, you bring credibility and professionalism that inspires confidence among peers. Your interpersonal skills foster positive relationships both internally within the team structure and externally when liaising with auditors or regulators. Organisational awareness enables you to adapt quickly within dynamic environments while maintaining focus on key priorities. Above all else, your commitment to excellence ensures that every task undertaken contributes positively towards achieving shared goals.

• A recognised accountancy qualification (such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA) supported by a strong academic background ensures you meet professional standards required for this role.
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Excel is essential for managing complex data sets and producing detailed financial analyses on a daily basis.
• A strong understanding of financial statements enables you to interpret results accurately and provide meaningful insights into business performance.
• Previous experience in financial control or accounting roles equips you with the practical knowledge needed to excel in this position.
• Excellent organisational awareness helps you navigate complex structures efficiently while prioritising competing demands effectively.
• Meticulous attention to detail ensures all reports are accurate and compliant with regulatory requirements at all times.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills enable you to convey complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What's Next

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career by joining a collaborative team dedicated to excellence, this is your chance! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.