Group Financial Controller

The Group Financial Controller will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting . This position requires technical expertise in accounting and finance to support strategic decision-making.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a medium-sized financial services company that is an organisation known for its strong focus on financial excellence and professional standards, offering a structured and supportive work environment.

Description

• Overall ownership of the group financial control environment, including policies, procedures and internal controls
• Production of monthly, quarterly and annual group financial statements
• Responsibility for UK GAAP / IFRS reporting, including complex accounting judgements
• Lead the year-end statutory audit process and manage relationships with external auditors
• Oversight of balance sheet integrity, reserves, accruals and technical provisions
• Responsibility for regulatory reporting in a UK insurance/underwriting environment
• Ensure compliance with FCA / PRA requirements and financial governance standards
• Manage and develop the group finance team, embedding a strong control culture
• Act as a key finance partner to the CFO, Executive team and Board
• Support Board and Committee reporting, including Audit & Risk Committees
• Work closely with underwriting, operations, risk and actuarial functions
• Lead finance-related transformation projects, including systems and process improvement
• Drive standardisation and best practice across the group.

Profile

• Qualified accountant-ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and compliance regulations
• Strong technical accounting background (IFRS / UK GAAP)
• Ability to lead and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial systems
• A detail-oriented approach with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £
• Excellent package
• Hybrid working- 2/3 days in office.