Nucleus Financial
Financial Reporting Accountant
City of Edinburgh
Posted 2 days ago
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Financial Reporting Accountant
Financial Reporting Accountant
Key Accountabilities
- Preparation and delivery of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS, UK GAAP).
- Prepare quarterly MiFID reporting submissions for relevant entities across the Group.
- Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and assess the impact on existing reporting processes.
- Identify and implement improvements in financial reporting processes, automation, and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepare monthly management information for relevant entities, providing insight on financial performance and trend analysis against prior periods and budgets.
- Assist in the development and implementation of controls and processes to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial and regulatory information.
- Collaborate closely with Risk, Compliance, and Capital teams to gather required inputs and align across regulatory frameworks.
- Support internal and external audits related to regulatory and financial reporting.
- Assist in automation and improvement of reporting processes and systems.
- Participation in working groups as required.
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Performance Objectives (KPIs/Targets)
- Meeting timelines for financial statements and regulatory reporting.
- Ensuring completeness and accuracy measures.
- Providing insight on financial and regulatory performance to relevant stakeholders.
- Effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintaining high technical proficiency for self-development.
- Delivery of ad hoc tasks and projects as necessary.
- Consistently reinforcing Nucleus’ core values (Smart, Heart, and Courage).
- Adherence to the Code of Conduct in all actions.
About You
Must-Have Experience & Skills
- Hands-on experience in financial reporting (including statutory accounts and monthly/quarterly management reporting).
- MiFID and IPRU-INV reporting expertise required.
- Strong ** Excel skills**, including capability to handle large data sets.
- Deep understanding of the UK regulatory landscape.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Robust communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Preferred Mindset
- Willingness to work flexibly with some on-site office requirements.
- Readiness to travel to Nucleus business locations as necessary.
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Why Nucleus?
Our purpose: "To transform financial services and create better outcomes for advisers and their clients."
Work Environment
- A fast-paced and impactful professional culture.
- Opportunities to fulfil your potential and shape meaningful work.
- Autonomy and responsibility—you, and your work, will make a difference.
- Value-driven company culture:
- Push boundaries, think big, and move at pace.
- Empowering others while promoting inclusive growth.
- #WeAreNucleus: Curiosity, courage, and celebrating diversity.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Who cares, wins. Inclusion isn’t tokenism—it’s a commercial and ethical priority.
- Partnership with Stonewall and recognition as a Diversity Champion for Scotland.
- A fully inclusive and authentic workspace where everyone thrives.
Benefits
- Competitive pension and bonus schemes.
- Enhanced parental leave, paid emergency leave, and voluntary benefits.
- Focus on health and wellbeing via initiatives and support.
- Flexible working policies.
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Skills
Financial Reporting
Statutory Accounts
Management Information
MiFID Reporting
IPRU-INV Reporting
Excel
Data Analysis
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management