Finance Supervisor

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Finance Supervisor to join the finance team of an international bank’s UK branch. The role involves ensuring full compliance with UK regulatory requirements while providing accurate daily financial reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare financial accounting information in line with UK regulatory standards.
• Complete and submit quarterly VAT returns.
• Prepare financial statements and support auditors during external assurance reviews.
• Produce daily P&L with variance analysis and commentary.
• Investigate and resolve accounting movement queries for the UK branch.
• Review and monitor General Ledger accounts.
• Maintain up‑to‑date departmental procedures as systems evolve.
• Support the Head of Finance on key projects.
• Develop systems to improve finance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide support and training to finance team members as required.

Required profile

• Accounting experience within the banking sector (essential).
• Hedge accounting and regulatory reporting experience (highly desirable).
• Strong technical accounting skills, including financial statement preparation.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and banking financial regulations.
• Familiarity with banking products.
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or QBE finalist).
• Portuguese language skills (desirable).

Required skills

• Hedge accounting
• Regulatory reporting
• Financial statement preparation
• VAT return preparation
• General Ledger monitoring
• Banking product knowledge

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working – 3 days in office
• Annual bonus
• Healthcare, pension and lunch allowance
• Clear career path within a global business