Broker Compensation and Controls Manager

Role Overview

This role is within the Business Unit Control team and will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of the Broker Compensation process flows and reporting. This role will have a primary focus on the calculation, accounting and payment of broker bonuses, helping to drive process efficiencies and substantiation of the Balance Sheet.

Role Responsibilities

·       Support the end-to-end Broker Compensation process for assigned asset classes, including:

o  Prepare bonus accrual calculations based on employment contracts, subject to Manager review

o  Coordinate distribution of bonus statements and ensure timely payroll submissions

o  Assist in calculating and recording Broker Equity deferrals

·       Perform initial review of Broker Compensation outputs and ensure completeness and accuracy before Manager sign-off

·       Support balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances, ensuring alignment with underlying calculations

·       Contribute to process documentation and ensure updates are maintained and reviewed periodically

·       Actively support automation initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and providing input on process improvements

·       Assist in budget and forecast preparation by providing data inputs and variance analysis

·       Ensure adherence to established controls and escalate any risks or issues identified

·       Support audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to queries

·       Coordinate with Finance teams and stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate delivery of outputs

Experience / Competences

·       CPA or Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with min. 5 years of experience.

·       Experience in financial services or similar environment preferred

·       Strong analytical and reconciliation skills

·       Good organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deliverables

·       Effective communication skills, with ability to engage with stakeholders

·       Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

·       Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and finance systems (e.g., Oracle, Hubble, SmartView)

·       Basic understanding of control frameworks and risk management

·       Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Experience in global environment, shared service, worked across APAC, EMEA or USA regions
• Strong excel skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work fully onsite for 6mths for onboarding before moving to hybrid (3 days in office)
• EMEA shift (3pm to 12am)
• Ability to work in BGC