Banking Job - Mandarin Speaking Accountant - M in London

Office based Perm Start: ASAP

Reports to: Head of Finance and Accounting

To be successful in this role our client has said it is essential that candidates:

• are fluent in both Mandarin and English
• have UK Accounting experience in banking/finance
• are ACCA or ACA qualified or part qualified

What You'll be Doing:

• Operate the core system on a daily basis, including accounting entry input and other operations as required;
• Produce regular reports to Head Office and local regulatory authorities in an accurate and timely manner;
• Coordinate with external tax advisors in the preparation for tax returns and communication with HMRC and HO;
• Prepare daily management information report, monitor management and regulatory indicator as well as support the department to collate information for audit and taxation related matters;
• Take ownership of expenses, suspense account, cash management, complete and maintain financial statistics and collate information as required;
• Take ownership of reconciling Nostro account, Vostro account and security custodian account;
• Assist company fixed assets management, hedge accounting and other projects as required by the Head of Department;
• Make sure transaction records and/or data are filed in an accurate and timely manner;
• Coordinate with IT department on the digitalisation of financial reporting and system development;
• Assist in updating and optimising departmental processes and policies;

The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• ACCA or ACA qualification (or part qualified) preferred
• Relevant experience in banking
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills in Mandarin and English

Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability.