General Manager

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About The Role

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours

Salary: £65000 - £80000

Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week)

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We have a brand-new opportunity available for a Senior Financial Reporting & Controls Manager to join our Finance leadership team in Nottingham.

We are looking for an experienced finance leader to lead the Financial Reporting team, providing oversight of the production / review of both internal and external financial reporting and maintenance of systems of control to allow for the provision of financial and regulatory information.

This is an incredibly exciting opportunity to join the Society during a critical period of transformation for the organisation. This role and the Financial Reporting team are critical in supporting the business to deliver the desired financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and engage the Financial Reporting team which is responsible for the preparation and review of financial statements for both the Group and the Society.
• Provide financial insight, analysis and appropriate challenge of stakeholders in support of the delivery of the Society's financial performance.
• Provide independent oversight and challenge to the activities of the Ledger Control team, including a high-level review of the month-end reconciliations and results.
• Monitor the latest developments in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS's) and keep abreast of any changes and / or new standards.
• Oversee the year-end audit and interim review processes, acting as the day-to-day point of contact for the audit team.
• Support the Finance Director in the production and review of the investor reports required by third parties under secured funding vehicles.
• Support the Finance Business Partners to provide cost analysis for all projects.
• Oversee the production and sign-off of the bi-lateral securitisation month end reporting and reconciliation process, including cash-flows, liability waterfalls, investor reporting, STS reporting and bank and inter-company reconciliations.

About You

We are looking for a finance leader with depth experience in financial accounting and reporting. You will have excellent knowledge and experience of IFRS 9 and statutory reporting standards.

You will have experience of cross-functional working and building strong relationships at all levels up to C-suite with the ability to present data to stakeholders in a clear, concise and digestible way.

You will be personable and commercial with excellent people leadership skills to motivate, engage and develop a small, high performing team.

Reward & Benefits

• A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
• Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.
• For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work.
• A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers.
• A strong sustainability agenda - we're continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.
• We're passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you.
• Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders.

Embracing Diversity Together

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.

About Us

Together we overcome barriers and shape brighter futures for our customers, colleagues and our communities.

We are a mutual, which means we don't have shareholders. Instead, we're owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and - well, you. So, we're always striving to do the right thing for our colleagues, communities and members.

Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.