Senior Statutory Reporting Manager

Hello, we’re Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We’re a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We’re a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices.

To support our growth, we are looking for a Statutory Reporting Senior Manager to join the Group Statutory Reporting team reporting to the Head of Group Statutory Reporting. This role will be instrumental in meeting the Group statutory reporting requirements as the Starling Group expands internationally and considers an IPO. Group statutory reporting encompasses the statutory reporting for Starling Group and includes the consolidated Group accounts and solo accounts of Starling Bank Limited, our global SaaS business Engine by Starling, and other subsidiaries and branches.

This is a senior level position and would suit someone who has significant technical post qualification experience but is looking for a unique challenge as the Group charters into new territories, expands its product ranges and develops cutting-edge technology solutions to meet our customer needs here in the UK and internationally through our SaaS partnerships. On an unrivaled growth path, Starling will provide the Senior Statutory Reporting Manager with exposure to a wide range of opportunities to take ownership as well as develop new knowledge.

We are looking for a candidate with strong technical accounting knowledge in particular around complex consolidations, IFRS 9, IFRS 2, IFRS 15 but also proven experience in applying this practically. We also require someone with an analytical mindset, someone who has a wide angle view, and looks proactively to identify opportunities for improvement as they arise and implement them.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Group Reporting & Consolidation: Own the timely and accurate preparation of the complex, multinational Group consolidation, ensuring compliance with IFRS
• Manage Financial Reporting: Manage the end-to-end production of certain of the group Annual Report and Accounts (ARA) and interim reports, coordinating all stakeholders and ensuring alignment with listed entity type best practices.
• Manage External Audit: Serve as one of the primary points of contact for the external auditors, managing the group audit process to ensure a smooth and efficient close.
• Technical Accounting Leadership: Act as the key technical expert for Group expansion as well as specific other areas. These include IFRS 9,  IFRS 15, providing guidance on complex SaaS revenue streams and owning the accounting under IFRS 2 for all group-wide share-based payment schemes.
• Establish Best Practice: Develop, implement, and maintain group accounting policies, driving the adoption of best practices suitable for a listed entity.
• Process Improvement & Mentorship: Proactively identify and implement improvements to the financial reporting process, while mentoring and developing other team members for readiness for a listed reporting environment.

Requirements

• A Big-4 qualified chartered accountant with at least 10 years PQE in a listed, multinational financial firm in similar roles

• Has had a hands-on role in leading an IFRS consolidation and audit in a large international group (preferably banking)

• Proven expertise in the practical application of complex accounting standards, particularly IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments) and IFRS 2 (share-based payments). Some exposures to  IFRS 15 (SaaS revenue models preferred) a bonus. 

• Advanced proficiency with financial tools, including Microsoft Excel, Oracle NetSuite and statutory reporting systems such as W-Desk Workiva

• Extensive experience writing technical papers for Executive Committees. Experience presenting at Executive Committees would be desirable

• Exposure to an IPO process will be an advantage

• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills, capable of influence at senior levels, and being able to hold technical challenges from the auditors 

• A can-do attitude, belief in our vision, and a willingness to roll-up your sleeves and get stuck in wherever required

Interview Process

Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team:

• Step 1 - In person interview with the Head of Statutory Reporting
• Step 2 - In person interview with the Group Finance Director

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you)
• An extra day’s holiday for your birthday
• Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off
• 16 hours paid volunteering time a year
• Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme
• Life insurance at 4x your salary
• Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton
• Generous family-friendly policies
• Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks
• Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships

About Us

You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren’t sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway.

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