About the Role:

As a Compliance and Accounting Specialist, you will play a critical role in shaping our internal policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with internal teams to assess risks, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary changes. This role demands exceptional attention to detail and the ability to analyse complex financial data and documents to pinpoint potential compliance issues.

Your excellent communication skills will be crucial as you train and educate staff on compliance matters, ensuring our teams are well-versed in regulatory requirements and best practices. We would love to hear from you if you are diligent, detail-oriented, and have a strong ethical compass.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures that align with accounting regulations and standards.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing compliance programs, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary changes.
• Conduct compliance audits and reviews to ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations.
• Assist with the adherence to legislative and regulatory matters.
• Stay informed about legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Train and educate staff on compliance matters.
• Engage in the annual CPD planning process to identify relevant and sufficient CPD for the teams.
• Monitor staff CPD records to ensure compliance with ICAEW CPD regulations.
• Potential to assist with designing and producing training material, and recommending appropriate topics for inclusion.

Requirements:

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or expecting to qualify soon.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and standards.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively train and educate staff on compliance matters.
• Familiarity with compliance software and tools is a plus.