Senior Manager, Technical Policy / Accounting Advisory - Big 4 or Bank accounting policy

Senior Manager, Technical Policy / Accounting Advisory – Big 4 or Bank accounting policy

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Recruitment Director | 19 years recruiting Financial Services Technology & Change professionals

My global banking client, based in London, is looking for a Global Accounting Policy Manager to join the London team. They are looking for a technically skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Professional to join their Global Accounting Policy team.

The Senior Manager – Global Accounting Policy will provide IFRS-based technical accounting support, particularly for treasury and capital markets transactions (including hedge accounting under IAS 39 and IFRS 9). This role involves advising on complex transactions, interpreting IFRS standards, maintaining accounting policies, and supporting global finance teams with implementation and compliance.

6 month contract on a Hybrid basis (London), paying £675pd.

• Accounting policy function in a large bank and/or Big 4 accounting advisory experience
• Technical Policy / Accounting Advisory
• Strong, hands‑on knowledge of IFRS (especially IAS 32, IFRS 9)
• Hedge accounting frameworks both under IAS 39 and IFRS 9
• Experience with capital issuances, embedded derivatives, and intra‑group funding structures; familiarity with IFRS 10, 3, and 15 is a plus.
• Excellent technical research, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
• Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, CA, CPA)

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert IFRS technical accounting advice on complex treasury products, including debt, derivatives, and hedging strategies.
• Lead or support hedge accounting reviews under IAS 39 and IFRS 9, covering designations, effectiveness testing, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain IFRS accounting policies, ensuring consistent global application across treasury and capital markets.
• Assess and implement new IFRS standards, preparing clear technical papers for management, auditors, and regulators.
• Collaborate and share expertise through training, technical updates, and cross-functional engagement with global finance and risk teams.

Please apply now for immediate consideration and further details.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology, Accounting/Auditing, and Finance

Industries

• Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services