• Consultation and Risk Management: Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and develop new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.

• Collaboration and Analysis: Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business-aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.

• Complex Analysis and Communication: Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practices (in other areas, teams, companies, etc.) to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.

• Stakeholder Influence: Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

• Barclays Values and Mindset: All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge, and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Role Specifics

As a Financial Reporting, Policy & Technical Accounting Senior Analyst, you'll support the delivery of high-quality external financial reporting, including statutory and group accounts. You'll contribute to the preparation and enhancement of external reporting processes, helping to ensure outputs are accurate, timely, and fully compliant with applicable accounting standards. Working closely with the Lead and Head of Financial Reporting, Policy & Technical Accounting, as well as the Risk team, you'll help ensure financial reporting appropriately reflects the firm's risk profile, with alignment between financial and risk disclosures.

You'll support the development and maintenance of accounting policies, providing technical accounting input across a range of matters, including debt, complex transactions, and other judgemental areas. You'll contribute to technical accounting assessments and provide guidance to stakeholders across the business, supporting the interpretation and application of accounting standards. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and apply your technical expertise, helping to deliver robust financial reporting and providing practical solutions to complex accounting matters within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Barclays’ Payments Acceptance Business

Barclays’ payments acceptance business provides critical infrastructure to the UK economy, processing billions of pounds of payments annually for both small businesses and domestic and international corporate clients.

In April 2025, we announced a long-term partnership with Brookfield Asset Management to grow and transform the payments acceptance business by broadening the range of services offered, enhancing the experience for both existing and prospective clients. Leveraging extensive client relationships and deep experience of UK payments, we will create an environment of continuous innovation - activated by Brookfield’s global private equity expertise in payments, technology, operational transformation, and corporate carve-outs - to ensure the business is strategically positioned for long-term growth.

Barclays will invest approximately £400m in the new business, the majority of which will be incurred during the first three years. Performance-linked incentives will drive greater alignment between the partners, underpinning the long-term commitment to the transformation. Barclays and Brookfield will work to create a standalone entity over time, continuing to use the Barclaycard Payments (BPL) brand and acting as the sole payments acceptance services provider to Barclays’ clients for a minimum of ten years.

For more information on our partnership with Brookfield, please visit Barclays.com.

Requirements

To be successful as a Financial Reporting, Policy & Technical Accounting Senior Analyst, you should be able to demonstrate:

• A recognised accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or a relevant accounting degree, together with experience in financial reporting, accounting, or audit.
• Experience supporting financial reporting and accounting processes, with an understanding of statutory reporting requirements and the ability to work across multiple entities.
• FinTech or electronic money institution (EMI) experience is desirable, along with a willingness to develop knowledge of electronic money regulations.

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in the role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.