Accountant, Deputy CASS Officer

Alchemy Group

. Process financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, supplier payments, and employee expenses .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial transaction processing, including accounts payable and receivable, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as CASS. Proficient in preparing financial reports and conducting audits, with strong communication skills to liaise with regulators and internal teams.

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CASS ReconciliationFinancial ReportingACCA/CIMA QualificationRegulatory ComplianceFinancial Analysis

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Hard Skills

Accounts PayableAccounts ReceivableFinancial ReportingPayroll ProcessingBank ReconciliationFinancial AnalysisCASS OversightAudit PreparationTransaction ProcessingData Validation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCACIMA

Industry Keywords

Financial AdministrationTreasury OperationsRegulatory FilingsClient MoneyFCA ComplianceOperational Breach ManagementDue DiligenceCASS Medium Firm

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, supplier payments, and employee expenses
Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation
Monitor and reconcile bank statements and financial accounts
Support the finance team with financial analysis and decision-making insights
Prepare payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements
Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and ensure data accuracy
Prepare financial statements and reports for year-end audits and regulatory filings
Lead and assist with the yearly Financial Audit
Handle general accounts administration, correspondence, and record filing and updates
Deal with deposits and withdrawals for clients and liquidity partners
Assist with monitoring regulations and legal policies, including running sanctions reports against individuals and countries
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve compliance issues or violations
Manage daily funding requirements and cash allocation processes to ensure strict segregation between firm funds and client money
Prepare precise datasets and transaction samples for the annual external CASS audit
Compile, validate, and submit the Client Money and Asset Return (CMAR) monthly to the FCA for a CASS Medium firm
Conduct due diligence and ongoing CASS oversight reviews on external banking partners and custodians, verifying Acknowledgement Letters
Identify and log operational CASS breaches and implement root-cause corrections
Execute the daily Internal Client Money Reconciliation (ICMR) using the individual Client Balance method / Net Negative Add-Back method
Perform daily external reconciliations across client bank accounts, verifying internal accounting ledgers against bank statements and clearing houses

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 4+ years experience in Bookkeeping/ Financial Administration/ Treasury Operations
ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification
Proven ability to perform and review daily internal and external CASS reconciliations, accurately determining client money shortfall or excess calculations and ensuring timely transfer of funds
Proficiency in identifying, logging, and investigating CASS issues, maintaining the regulatory breach register, and escalating compliance risks
Ability to act as a clear, confident, and articulate point of contact during FCA supervisory inquiries, CASS audits, and regulatory information requests, presenting technical compliance data and complex financial workflows clearly and accurately
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the presence and clarity required to represent the firm before external regulators and internal audits

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Remuneration Package including discretionary annual bonuses
Hybrid working schedule (1 day remote work/week)
Gym & Mental Health Allowance
Health Insurance
Referral Bonus
Cycle to Work Scheme