Financial Controller

Fram Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in Central London is seeking a Financial Controller to manage its finance function. The role includes overseeing financial reporting and management accounting while ensuring the integrity of financial data. Ideal candidates will have ACA/ACCA qualifications and experience in financial services, along with strong Excel skills. This position offers clear visibility and involvement in a dynamic environment, contributing directly to business success.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills are essential.
• Ability to work with financial data in a structured way.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance function and accounting activity.
• Produce accurate management information and support month-end processes.
• Maintain financial controls and ensure integrity of financial data.

Skills

Financial reporting

Management accounting

Excel

Financial data analysis

Education

ACA or ACCA qualifications

CIMA qualification

Job description

Fram is working with a growing financial services firm based in Central London that is looking to engage a Financial Controller to oversee its finance function. The business operates as a dynamic SME, with a hands‑on environment where finance plays a central role in supporting decision‑making and day‑to‑day operations.

The role covers financial reporting, management accounting, and oversight of daily accounting activity. This includes producing accurate and timely management information, supporting month‑end processes, maintaining financial controls, and ensuring the integrity of financial data. The position also involves overseeing transactional finance, reviewing outputs, and contributing to the ongoing development of reporting processes as the business evolves.

The role sits close to senior management and requires someone who is comfortable working across both strategic and operational aspects of finance. There is an expectation of ownership, with responsibility for maintaining standards, improving processes, and ensuring reporting is clear and reliable.

This may appeal to a qualified accountant with experience in financial services who is looking to work in a growing business where their contribution is visible. ACA or ACCA qualifications would be preferred, although CIMA‑qualified individuals will also be considered. Strong Excel skills are essential, along with the ability to work with financial data in a structured and practical way.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.