About Us
Bank of China London Branch is the first ever overseas Chinese financial institution in a global financial services hub. Established in 1929, Bank of China has expanded steadily in the UK and has become the first choice for both Chinese 'going-out' customers and local UK customers seeking to establish relationships with China, with branches all across the UK including the City of London, London Chinatown, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow.
The Bank is taking a leading role amongst UK based Chinese financial institutions and is one of the mainstream foreign banks in the European market.
**Position summary
Financial Management department is in charge of planning, organising, directing and controlling the financial activities of the Bank. The department performs a variety of financial functions, including accounting and financial reporting, fixed asset and expenses management, budget and management reporting, taxation (indirect and direct), regulatory reporting, treasury (asset and liability management) and capital management. As an Assistant Vice President - Accounting, you will be responsible for providing accounting knowledge and technical support including preparing statutory accounts on a non-banking entity. You will ensure adequate financial control is maintained including reconciliations and substantiations.
Essential responsibilities include but not limited to
- Ensure accurate accounting treatments of applicable International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Provide accounting technical support
- Provide ad-hoc support and to generally assist the department
- Preparation of disclosure notes for financial statements
- Liaise with external auditors
- Assist in the delivery of Head Office reporting
- Build effective working relationships with the wider Bank as well as within the team
Person specification
- Degree educated in Finance or Accounting
- Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA)
- Experience in the Financial Services industry
- Experience in Banking is preferable but not necessary
- Technical expertise in accounting operations under IFRS
- Demonstrable business transformation and process improvement skills
- Knowledge and experience of financial products and services
- Team player who is able to work independently
- Excellent Excel Skills
- Excellent communication skills
What we offer
In return, we will offer a great working environment and supported learning, a competitive salary and benefits package.
In alignment with Bank of China (UK) Limited recruitment policy, Criminal Reference Bureau and reference checks will be carried out in the event of an individual being offered a position with us.
Bank of China (UK) Limited is an equal opportunities employer.
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How to apply
If you wish to apply please follow the link below (you will be redirected to the Bank's career page).