Head of Regulatory Reporting

Tandem Bank

Job Title: Regulatory Reporting Analyst  Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 09.00 - 17.00 36.25 hours per week  Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 and up to 20% bonus and benefits  Location: Flexible – hybrid work from either our London or Blackpool office  💚 Shaping the future of sustainable digital banking 💚  Launched in 2014 as one of the UK’s original challenger banks, Tandem is proudly headquartered in the Northwest, with over 500 people working across the UK.   People join Tandem because they want to shape something meaningful. Here, you’ll use your skills to create products that empower people to make better financial choices and lower their environmental impact. We’re big enough to drive real change, small enough for every voice to be heard, and united by a shared purpose that inspires us to move forward - together.   Recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for 2024 and 2025, Tandem has also been named in The Sunday Times 100 Tech list for two consecutive years in 2025 and 2026 – a list of the fastest growing tech companies in Britain, reflective of our growing industry presence. Tandem was also awarded Investor in Customers’ Gold Standard based on customer and employee feedback and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work®.   Tandem is growing fast and helping to shape the future of sustainable banking.  Your team: Collaborators in change   Tandem is proud to offer a workplace with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds which leads to a unique company culture for our people and a better experience for our customers.    The Regulatory Reporting Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the production and delivery of regulatory returns while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls. This position reports to the Regulatory Reporting Manager and works closely with the Head of Regulatory Reporting.     Your Impact: Building a sustainable tomorrow   Core Regulatory Reporting  * Assist in the production of the full suite of regulatory reports (COREP, FINREP, PRA, BoE) and internal reporting of regulatory metrics  * Support the monthly preparation of other returns to the FCA  * Assist in the preparation of Bank of England Statistical Returns (BT, ELS, AD, AL, BE)  * Maintain and update the horizon scanning tracker   Data Quality & Controls  * Review and challenge data inputs and outputs, ensuring regulatory information is prepared and disclosed consistently  * Operate daily regulatory reporting procedures and contribute towards process automation  * Support the maintenance of Operating Model documentation, processes, and procedures  * Assist in testing data extraction and quality of regulatory reporting    Documentation & Support  * Support documentation updates for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Assumption and Interpretation Manuals   * Provide ad-hoc support for ICAAP, ILAAP, Recovery Plan, and Solvent Exit Analysis drafting  * Assist in Basel 3.1 implementation activities  * Support various regulatory surveys and ad-hoc requests    Business Analysis & Development  * Help identify potential capital savings and liquidity generation opportunities when preparing regulatory returns  * Assist in reviewing business growth developments and assess their regulatory reporting impact  * Support training initiatives for business stakeholders on capital impacts of business decisions  * Contribute to regulatory reporting projects that feed into commercial business plans   We’d love to hear from you if you have:  Essential:  * Previous experience in regulatory reporting or financial services industry essential  * Part-qualified or recently qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA)  * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  * Excellent attention to detail and accuracy  * Proficient in MS Excel and data analysis tools  * Strong written and verbal communication skills  * Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team  * Knowledge of UK regulatory framework and reporting requirements  * Understanding of regulatory concepts and reporting requirements  * Knowledge of capital and liquidity calculations, ratios, and related workings  * Familiarity with regulatory reporting systems and tools  * Understanding of data quality and control principles  It would be great, but not essential if you have:  * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field   Rewards that reflect your value, what’s in it for you?    At Tandem, your hard work is rewarded in many ways, and we have an enhanced employee benefits package on offer:    * 25 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday    * An additional day off for a ‘celebration day’ including, but not limited to, birthdays, weddings, religious holidays, graduations etc  * Buy or sell up to 5 days holiday a year  * Healthcare cash plan through Westfield Health   * Life Assurance at 3 x salary  * Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme     * Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme and a free helmet    * Salary sacrifice Pension contribution*, 4% employee contributions matched with 4% Tandem contribution (*Subject to salary eligibility)  * Smart Tech scheme (buy goods with 0% interest)  * 10% discount on solar panels  * Tandem Hub for treats, cash back and discounts on UK retailers     * 2 days per year paid volunteering     * Free cereal, snacks and drinks in all offices  * Quarterly team social budgets   Please note, some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria, such as passing your probation.   Our Green Deal: Your Impact Amplified  A little welcome gift from us to you, we’ll plant a tree in the Tandem Grove and you can enter into our “Green Deal” below:  * Volunteer 14.25 hours a year for charity > receive a half day on a Friday  * Take part in a fundraising event > Tandem will match up to £200 a year  * Have renewable energy at home > receive an additional 1-day annual leave   * Drive an electric car > receive £500 towards a home charger  * Use public transport or have a low emissions/hybrid car > entry into a £200 prize draw  * Sign up to cycle to work scheme > receive £30 voucher for a cycling helmet    Ready to make your mark?   Apply now and let's pave the way to a more sustainable world, together. Our approach to DE&I is reflected in our hiring process so please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments. We will close adverts once we have received enough applications so please apply asap if you’re interested in the role.    Sourcing Model  Recruitment at Tandem works primarily on a direct sourcing model and does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list. We are not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company. You can find our Applicant Privacy Policy on our Careers page.    Tandem is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to meeting our responsibilities under the Equality Act (2010). We respect the diverse experience and talents that every individual brings to our Company, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.   Please be aware that background checking (including credit, criminal records and CIFAS Internal Fraud Database Checks) form part of our recruitment process. We will adhere to our duties under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

IFRS Foundation

Location: London Status: permanent Reports to: Deputy Chief Financial Officer Job purpose:  The Head of Financial Control is responsible for leading the Foundation’s end to end Statutory Reporting, Management Reporting, and Financial Control activities across all operating countries and at the consolidated group level. This role will oversee the month end close, yearly audit processes, and ensure all statutory, regulatory, and internal reporting requirements are delivered accurately and on schedule. The role manages a team of accountants and financial controllers across multiple geographies, ensuring that financial controls are robust, reporting is consistent and compliant, and that the Group’s financial position is clearly and reliably communicated. A core priority is to optimise, standardise, and automate financial control processes to strengthen governance, enhance accuracy, and support timely delivery. The role will also define and monitor SLAs to ensure a consistent, high quality service across the Foundation. Principal accountabilities: Leadership & Governance * Lead and develop the Financial Control teams across all countries, fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continual improvement. * Provide strategic leadership for the Group’s financial control framework, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements. * Act as the primary contact for external auditors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders on all matters relating to financial control and statutory reporting. Statutory Reporting * Oversee the preparation and submission of all statutory accounts for the Foundation across all jurisdictions. * Manage group level consolidation and the production of consolidated financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards. * Ensure all statutory filings are completed accurately, in full, and in line with regulatory deadlines. Management Reporting * Own the month end close process, ensuring a controlled, timely, and accurate close across all business units and geographies. * Produce high quality monthly and quarterly management reporting packs, ensuring financial performance is presented clearly, accurately, and with appropriate insight. Drive consistency in reporting standards, templates, and methodologies across all countries. Audit & Compliance * Lead the annual external audit process, ensuring timely preparation of audit schedules, coordination with auditors, and resolution of queries. * Maintain a strong internal control environment, ensuring policies, procedures, and reconciliations are adhered to across all jurisdictions. * Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting, legal, regulatory, and internal governance requirements. Process Optimisation & Automation * Identify, design, and deliver process improvements to enhance control, reduce risk, and improve reporting accuracy and speed. * Drive automation and system optimisation across financial control processes, collaborating closely with technology and systems teams. * Standardise workflows, documentation, and control processes across countries to ensure consistency and operational efficiency. Stakeholder Management * Work closely with Finance Operations, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and other internal functions to ensure cohesive financial reporting and alignment with organisational priorities. * Provide financial insights and technical accounting guidance to senior leadership, country teams, and project teams. * Support strategic initiatives through accurate, timely financial information and strong financial governance. Service-Level & Performance Management * Develop, monitor, and continually improve SLAs and KPIs for Financial Control activities. * Ensure all tasks—month end, quarter end, annual reporting, statutory filings—are delivered accurately and on schedule. * Monitor and communicate performance metrics and control exceptions, driving accountability across the team. Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience: Qualifications Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline preferred. Knowledge & Experience * Significant experience in Financial Control leadership roles, including managing statutory and management reporting in a multi entity or multi country environment. * Strong technical accounting expertise, ideally with experience in IFRS accounting frameworks. * Proven experience managing group consolidation processes and complex audits. * Demonstrated success in improving, automating, and standardising financial processes. * Experience leading geographically dispersed teams and working in a multinational or foundation/non profit environment (advantageous). * Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial compliance frameworks. * Experience with ERP and consolidation systems (e.g. Microsoft Business Central). Skills & Attributes * Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coach and develop high performance teams. * High technical competence with exceptional attention to detail. * Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial information. * Strong communication skills, with the ability to present clearly to senior stakeholders and non finance audiences. * Highly organised, deadline driven, and able to manage multiple competing priorities. * Proactive, solutions focused mindset with a strong drive for continuous improvement. * High integrity, sound judgement, and a commitment to strong financial governance. * Ability to work effectively across cultures, countries, and diverse teams. Application closing date: 30th June 2026 Please note that while we have a closing date for this application, we reserve the right to interview candidates and potentially close the role early should we find a suitable candidate.   About us At the IFRS Foundation, we believe better information leads to better decisions. We set financial reporting standards that enable companies to meet the evolving information needs of the global capital markets. United by our purpose to foster trust, growth and long-term financial stability in the global economy, we engage in challenging, meaningful work every day—across all our areas of expertise. If you share our passion for this mission, we want to hear from you. Diverse perspectives. International expertise. Working for our global organisation offers many benefits, including: * rewarding work that serves the public interest; * engagement with diverse international experts; * inclusive and collaborative teams; * intellectually challenging projects; * flexible working arrangements; * numerous areas of specialisation; and * opportunities for professional growth and development. Diversity and inclusion are seen as key strengths of our organisation. These qualities are essential for us to engage with and meet the needs of our varied global stakeholders, and they are part of what makes the IFRS Foundation a great place to work. #LI-MM1

IFRS Foundation

Term: 18mth Fixed Term Contract Location: London Job purpose: In this fixed-term transformation role, the Head of Finance Operations will lead the end-to-end modernisation of the organisation’s Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Payroll functions. The primary mandate is to develop and transition global financial operations into a streamlined, scalable model that ensures rigorous compliance and efficiency. Reporting to the Deputy CFO, this London-based position will lead the functional teams through this period of change, establishing a robust operational framework for the future. A key focus of this role is to optimise, standardise, and automate finance processes to strengthen controls, improve service quality, and ensure deadlines are consistently met. Special focus will be on the need to operationalise the Global Payroll project as it moves from project to business as usual. The role will also establish and monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely and accurate delivery of Finance Operations services. Principal accountabilities: Leadership & Management * This role is a senior role within the finance team and as such will be expected to lead and develop teams, fostering a high performance culture, accountability, and continuous improvement. * Ensure effective resource planning and workload management to meet business deadlines and service expectations. * Build strong cross-functional relationships with internal stakeholders including Procurement, HR, Treasury, and Financial Control. This includes providing support during any audits. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable * Manage the team responsible for the end-to-end AP process and AR processes. * Maintain robust controls and monitor the performance of key SLA’s and KPI’s. Payroll * Manage the Global Payroll team and oversee the accurate and timely processing of all payroll activities. * Build and maintain a clear and effective end to end payroll process addressing both standard and complex payrolls. * Lead the payroll related processes and activities required from any Global Mobility queries or requests triggered by the HR team. * Onboard and lead the set up and execution of any additional payrolls or shadow payrolls around the world as required. * Ensure compliance with all relevant employment tax and payroll compliance legislation. Track the performance of the external payroll providers and drive performance improvement initiatives as required. * Partner with HR to ensure payroll inputs are complete, validated, and aligned with contractual and policy requirements. Process Optimisation & Automation * Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Finance Operations to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance control. * Identify opportunities for automation through technology, workflow tools, and system enhancements. * Standardise processes and documentation to ensure consistency and reduce operational risk. Controls, Compliance & Reporting * Ensure statutory, regulatory, and internal policy compliance across AP, AR, and Payroll. * Develop and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics to measure performance and service quality. * Prepare regular reporting for senior management on operational performance, risks, and improvement initiatives. Systems & Technology * Lead the Finance System activities within the Finance team for enhancements or maintenance to the Finance systems (primarily ERP, Reporting etc) * Act as a senior stakeholder in finance systems improvements and upgrades. * Ensure systems are used effectively and teams are trained to maximise capability. * Collaborate with IT and system providers to address issues and optimise workflows. Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Qualifications * Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business operations desirable. Knowledge & Experience * Extensive experience leading Finance Operations functions in either AP, AR, or Payroll. * Demonstrable experience driving process improvement, automation, and operational excellence. * Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance requirements, and best practice frameworks. * Experience managing teams in a fast-paced, multi-location, multi-currency environment and delivering to strict deadlines. * Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central), CRM (Salesforce), Webshop and workflow/automation tools. * Proven track record in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration. Skills & Attributes * Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor teams. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. * High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and control. * Strong communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly and concisely. * Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. * Ability to thrive in change, lead transformation, and drive continuous improvement. * Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. Application closing date: 28th June 2026 Please note that while we have a closing date for this application, we reserve the right to interview candidates and potentially close the role early should we find a suitable candidate.   About us At the IFRS Foundation, we believe better information leads to better decisions. We set financial reporting standards that enable companies to meet the evolving information needs of the global capital markets. United by our purpose to foster trust, growth and long-term financial stability in the global economy, we engage in challenging, meaningful work every day—across all our areas of expertise. If you share our passion for this mission, we want to hear from you. Diverse perspectives. International expertise. Working for our global organisation offers many benefits, including: * rewarding work that serves the public interest; * engagement with diverse international experts; * inclusive and collaborative teams; * intellectually challenging projects; * flexible working arrangements; * numerous areas of specialisation; and * opportunities for professional growth and development. Diversity and inclusion are seen as key strengths of our organisation. These qualities are essential for us to engage with and meet the needs of our varied global stakeholders, and they are part of what makes the IFRS Foundation a great place to work. #LI-MM1