Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Senior Financial Analyst to join our elite Risk Management division in London. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for providing high-level financial insights that drive key business decisions, optimize capital allocation, and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory standards.
As a leader in the financial services sector, Apex Financial Group offers a dynamic environment where your analytical skills will directly impact our strategic growth. You will work closely with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to forecast financial performance and mitigate risk effectively.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decision-making and capital planning.
- Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis and forecasts.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in financial data to provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
- Collaborate with the treasury and risk teams to manage liquidity, credit risk, and regulatory capital requirements.
- Develop and maintain complex Excel models and dashboards to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure strict adherence to internal financial controls and external regulatory reporting standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros) and SQL.
- Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, Basel III, and financial regulations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data to non-technical stakeholders.
- CFA, ACCA, or ACA certification is highly desirable.