Financial Controller

Insight Select
London
Financial Controller 500 per day (umbrella) 6–month contract London (Hybrid)

My client, a growing financial organisation is seeking a skilled Financial Controller to join their Financial Control & Reporting team. This position is ideal for a qualified accountant with strong analytical abilities, a solid understanding of financial controls, and experience within banking, financial services or audit.

Responsibilities
  • Manage key areas of financial accounting and control, including month–end and quarter–end adjustments, balance sheet reconciliations, ledger close procedures and ensuring the accuracy of the final trial balance
  • Prepare financial submissions in line with head office reporting requirements
  • Liaise with external auditors and support quarterly and annual audit activities
  • Assist with system upgrades and process changes from a finance perspective, including the implementation of new general ledger systems
  • Work closely with wider Finance teams and cross–functional stakeholders to enhance controls, improve efficiency and support process improvements
  • Support SOX–related activities, including documentation updates and coordination with SOX auditors on controls and testing
  • Provide cover for other team members and participate in cross–training initiatives
  • Assist in the preparation of year–end financial statements under UK GAAP
Skills & Experience
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with relevant experience in banking, financial services and/or Big 4 audit
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and relevant accounting standards
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with colleagues across multiple teams
  • Strong Excel capability, numerical accuracy and analytical thinking
  • Demonstrated control mindset with the ability to apply robust financial controls
  • Good understanding of the banking industry; knowledge of investment banking products is advantageous
Package
  • 500 per day (umbrella)
  • Hybrid working (office–based with 2 days WFH)
  • Contract position: 6 months (likely to extend to 12 months)
Posted 2025-12-27

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