Banking & Finance Associate

At SilverRock, we our building a new bank. Our vision is to “Pioneer fairer financial outcomes by empowering lenders to deliver and enabling savers to prosper” We are doing this by building a unique and highly scalable data driven multi-asset bank through a partnership of ecosystems, specialising in the delivery of forward flow partnerships and portfolio acquisitions from non-bank lenders, alongside our own brand deposits. Reporting to the CFO, this role will have responsibility for oversight of the operation of the Finance team, working alongside the Head of FP&A. Day to day management of the finance team including production of monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis against forecasts Establish a strong working relationship with professional advisers , most notably external auditors , ensuring efficient delivery of financial reporting requirements Design and maintenance of a strong financial control environment Establish and document accounting policies appropriate for the organisation in accordance with UK GAAP (with a focus on IAS39 for financial instruments) Build the capability and size of the finance function in line with growth in transaction volumes and size and complexity of the balance sheet Production of technical accounting papers for Board Audit Committee Finance business partnering and senior stakeholder management, liaising with senior operational stakeholders. Integration of the general ledger system for the company providing timely management reporting for the business as well as cost centre management Implementation of BoE facilities within the Sterling monetary framework Independent review of regulatory reporting to PRA and FCA Management of all statutory, regulatory and statistical reporting across the bank, including the annual report and accounts Ownership of the finance risk register, monitoring of risks and the design and testing of key mitigating controls We are looking for an exceptionally talented and experienced individual, highly motivated and with proven expertise across banking, and in-depth knowledge of structured finance solutions. We require an individual with energy, authenticity, gravitas and charisma – capable of initiating and nurturing relationships, leading the finance with skill, experience and passion. 5 years of experience in a similar role in financial services ~ ACA/ACCA qualified with a preference or audit experience within financial services ~ Strong technical accounting experience including ISA39 ~ Proven track record of building, developing and managing teams ~ Considerable knowledge and experience of best practice finance management ~ A willingness to face new challenges and responsibilities working as part of a team within a busy, evolving finance function Lifestyle and family friendly policies ~ Health insurance for you and your spouse ~28 days holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays) ~ Life Insurance ~ Pension contribution