About this role
London
Ref: 5536M
Company Profile
A well-established Central London-based company specialising in international art trading and high-value transactions
Responsibilities
Transactions Accountant – AML/KYC
Ref: 5536M
Main Duties
This is a specialist finance role responsible for managing financial transactions, client accounts and compliance within an international art trading business. The position combines accounting, AML/KYC, tax and post-sale financial operations, working with high-value transactions and clients.
The Role
- Handle invoices and payments for art auctions
- Calculate payments to sellers and make sure they are correct
- Carry out AML and KYC checks for buyers and sellers
- Manage VAT, tax and Artist’s Resale Rights
- Deal with day-to-day bookkeeping, invoices and expenses
- Keep financial records accurate and work to tight deadlines
Candidate's Profile
- Strong experience in finance or accounting
- ACCA qualified or part-qualified
- Anti-Money Laundering Experience Is Essential
- Strong knowledge of Excel and accounting software
- Experience with VAT, tax and financial transactions
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, especially under tight deadlines
- Professional, discreet and confident when dealing with high-value clients
About compliance & regulatory roles for ex-police
Compliance, AML and regulatory roles. Working to PACE, RIPA and CPIA is a stronger regulatory grounding than most civilian applicants can offer — firms increasingly recognise this.
See all compliance & regulatory jobs in London →Why this fits a police background — match score 78/100
- Financial crime & fraud
- Working to legislation & regulation
What compliance & regulatory roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Compliance analyst | £32,000–£42,000 |
| Compliance / AML officer | £40,000–£55,000 |
| Compliance manager | £55,000–£80,000 |
| Senior manager / head of compliance | £80,000–£120,000+ |