Location - Milton Keynes with hybrid working
Closing Date - 21 January
We are looking for an experienced individual to join our Finance team.
Reporting to the Regulatory Reporting Manager (RRM), this role is responsible for the production and delivery of all regulatory reporting that falls within the scope of the Controlling, Treasury & Direct Banking team.
The role-holder will need to work across the business (primarily with Finance, Compliance, Risk, IT and BT) and with the Head Office regulatory team in order to deliver a first-class regulatory reporting function by driving through efficiency and quality improvement initiatives, whilst meeting strict reporting deadlines. The role focuses on pro-actively ensuring the team continue to maintain high standards of reporting in a period of significant increases in volumes of regulatory reporting both as a result of business changes, internal projects and external requests from the regulator.
In order to succeed, the appointed candidate will maintain and improve the Regulatory Reporting framework, coupled with robust and timely processes, whilst building relationships with key stakeholders.
What you will be responsible for…
* Manage and submit all regulatory reports both to HQ and local / European regulators to a high degree of accuracy and within strict timelines that fall within the scope of the Finance team. (This includes but is not limited to the ECB (European Central Bank), BaFin (German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority), PRA (Prudential Regulation Authority), FCA (Financial Conduct Authority), Bank of England and ONS (Office of National Statistics) reporting).
* Ensure all internal / external queries are responded to accurately and in a timely manner while being mindful of the commercial rationale influencing variances and movements in KPI's.
* Consistently review the existing processes and data sources and quality, seeking efficiencies and synergies between the various submissions. Establish controls to ensure consistency of reporting across and within submissions.
* Working alongside the Development Accountants, collaborate with IT to; record, monitor and track progress through to resolution of all change requests and defects.
* Work alongside the RRM and be a key contributor to all projects relevant to Regulatory Reporting processes ensuring all regulatory reporting requirements are captured.
* Build relationships and work with the HQ Regulatory, Risk and Compliance teams to establish the availability of mutually relevant data sources and the consistency of connected reporting.
* Ensure procedures, process maps and other appropriate documentation exists for each type of submission and are kept up to date in line with changing reporting requirements.
* Prepare a monthly plan of all returns to be submitted and obtain sign-off from the RRM and the Director of Controlling, Treasury & Direct Banking.
* Evaluate amendments to existing reporting and new requirements as they are received and work alongside the RRM to outline the requirements and make recommendations as to how to satisfy the new reporting.
* Periodic reviews of all reporting to ensure continued compliance and accurate reporting, make conclusions and recommendations for changes to the RRM.
* Review and support the work of the Regulatory Reporting Undergraduate, including developing their understanding and knowledge of Regulatory Reporting.
* Play a pivotal role in developing, implementing and maintaining a programme of education aimed at improving the understanding of the nature and purpose of the different types of reporting for use throughout the business but primarily within Finance, Risk and Legal.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of:
* You will be a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
* Demonstrable experience of Regulatory Reporting (Solvency II, Basel, FINREP/COREP, BoE etc).
* Using/implementing regulatory reporting software.
* Finance professional with experience of credit products and associated accounting requirements.
* Knowledge of SAP accounting system and advanced Excel skills.
* Up to date awareness of regulatory and accounting legislation.
* Experience of managing relationships with multiple stakeholders.
* Solid experience in an accounting environment preferably within Banking/Financial Services.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, understand and articulate the relevant information within documentation issued by the various regulatory bodies.
* Good self-organisation, time and task management with a proven methodical and disciplined approach to work.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Motivated by new challenges and a willingness to take ownership of tasks, high level of drive and personal commitment, with a desire to develop own skills and experience.
About Volkswagen Financial Services
Our mission is straight forward, we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. What does that mean? To make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers.
Volkswagen Financial Services is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from everyone. Diversity and Inclusion is not just a statement for us, we are nurturing an environment where everyone can be their 100% self. If there is anything we can do to support you being your 100% self during our recruitment process, please let us know and we will support you as best we can.