Boutique Investment Banking Group - Group Financial Controller - £110k-£125k

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique investment banking group is seeking a Group Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and compliance while leading a dynamic team. This newly created senior role offers a competitive salary and significant influence on strategic financial operations within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of post-qualified experience required.
• Experience in regulated financial services environment essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of consolidated financial statements and board reporting.
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage audit processes and enhance finance systems.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Communication

Financial Modelling

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

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Boutique Investment Banking Group - Group Financial Controller - £110k-£125k, london (city of london)

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Client:

Autumnal Partners

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Autumnal Partners are leading the search for a Group Financial Controller on behalf of a growing boutique investment bank. This is a newly created, senior-level role offering significant scope and visibility across the business.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of group financial reporting, controls, and regulatory compliance, while managing a small team and supporting the CFO on strategic financial matters. This is a broad, hands-on role ideally suited to a technically strong finance professional with experience in a regulated investment banking or broker-dealer environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements, management accounts, and board reporting.
• Maintain a robust financial control environment and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee all regulatory reporting (e.g., FCA returns), working closely with compliance and legal functions.
• Manage the audit process and maintain effective relationships with external auditors and advisers.
• Continuously enhance finance systems, processes, and internal controls to support the group’s growth.
• Support the CFO with capital planning, liquidity oversight, and strategic financial modelling.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small, high-performing finance team across group entities

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with at least 7–10 years of post-qualified experience.
• Experience within an investment bank, broker-dealer, or similar regulated financial services environment is essential.
• Strong technical knowledge of relevant IFRS reporting standards (eg. IFRS 9) and group consolidation.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage a small team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.
• Commercially astute with strong communication skills and a hands-on approach.