Principality Building Society
Senior Reporting Accountant
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Company Description
Principality Building Society is a member-owned mutual organization that exists to serve over 500,000 Members, including savers and borrowers, rather than external shareholders. Profits are reinvested into the Society to protect Members’ money and uphold the values of mutuality. With more than 165 years of experience and 69 locations across Wales and the Border Counties, Principality is the UK’s 6th largest building society. The Society is led by Chief Executive Iain Mansfield and Chair Simon Moore, and takes pride in supporting Welsh communities and culture. This commitment includes a landmark partnership with the Welsh Rugby Union and the naming rights of Principality Stadium.
Role Description
The Senior Reporting Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Cardiff. This role is responsible for preparing timely and accurate financial, regulatory, and management reports, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
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- Managing month-end and year-end reporting processes
- Reviewing financial data
- Performing variance analysis
- Providing insight to support strategic decision-making
The Senior Reporting Accountant will collaborate closely with finance, risk, and operational teams, contribute to improvements in reporting systems and controls, and support internal and external audits. The role also involves mentoring team members, maintaining strong documentation, and contributing to forecasting and budgeting activities.
Qualifications
- Strong technical accounting expertise, including experience with financial reporting, regulatory reporting, and management accounts.
- Proficiency in financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and interpretation of complex financial data.
- Advanced skills in Excel and financial systems; experience with reporting tools and ERP or general ledger systems.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or UK GAAP) and regulatory frameworks applicable to financial services.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-specialist audiences.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a reporting cycle.
- Relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience in a senior accounting or reporting role.
- Experience in financial services or a regulated environment is beneficial, along with an understanding of mutual or member-focused organizations.
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