Consolidation and External Reporting VP

Barclays Bank UK is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Vice President (VP) for Consolidation and External Reporting. This is a pivotal role for a finance professional who thrives on accuracy, transparency, and driving impactful financial narratives. If you are looking to lead critical reporting processes within a leading financial institution and significantly influence strategic decision-making, this opportunity warrants your attention.

This role offers a unique chance to take full ownership of the preparation and presentation of Barclays Bank UK's annual report and regulatory filings. You will be the central point of contact for all external reporting inquiries, fostering essential partnerships with senior stakeholders, including the BUK CFO and regulatory bodies. Your ability to provide clear, timely, and confident responses will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity and trust in the bank's reporting functions.

Key Advantages for Your Career Path:

• Strategic Influence: You will play a central role in shaping the bank's external reporting narrative, delivering insights that directly support critical business decisions and uphold the integrity of financial disclosures.
• Senior Stakeholder Engagement: This role provides direct exposure and partnership opportunities with very senior leadership, including the BUK CFO, offering invaluable experience in executive-level communication and influence.
• Technical Depth and Breadth: You will deepen your expertise in financial reporting standards, regulatory compliance, and the development and maintenance of robust internal control frameworks.
• Leadership and Development: Whether managing a team or acting as a subject matter expert, you will have opportunities to guide, coach, and mentor, contributing to the development of others and shaping the future of financial operations.
• Impactful Transformation: You'll be involved in reviewing and challenging statutory reports, ensuring high-quality outputs and contributing to the continuous improvement of financial processes.

Key Considerations for Aspiring Candidates:

To excel in this Vice President role, candidates should possess:

• A recognized accountancy qualification.
• Solid experience in external reporting or business partnering, with a strong understanding of financial reporting principles.
• Exceptional presentation skills, particularly when engaging with senior management.
• A proactive approach to risk and controls, change and transformation, and business acumen.
• The ability to apply strategic thinking and demonstrate an understanding of digital and technology's impact on financial reporting.
• A deep understanding of the organization's functions to contribute effectively to business goals.
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills to build and maintain trust with internal and external stakeholders.

Barclays is committed to fostering a culture that embodies its core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, supported by the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive. This role is an exceptional opportunity for a driven finance leader to make a significant impact and advance their career within a prestigious financial institution.