Financial Controller - 6m FTC

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is seeking an Interim Financial Controller for a 6-month contract, offering a salary of up to £90K. Your role will involve managing a team, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. With hybrid working arrangements, this opportunity provides a chance to contribute during a vital period of growth. If you're a qualified accountant with a strong background in financial services, apply now.

Benefits

5% matched pension scheme

Parking permit

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in a PRA-regulated financial services business.
• Experience managing a team in financial operations.
• Strong understanding of ICAAP & ILAAP regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes.
• Oversee treasury back office and accounts payable.
• Prepare financial reports for the Board.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Knowledge of PRA Regulations

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

ALMIS Treasury System

Job description

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

To £90K Dependent on Experience

Location: Nottinghamshire

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in-office in the East Midlands, 3 days remote)

Our client is a highly respected financial services organisation (Mortgage & Savings). Due to a restructure, they are recruiting for an Interim Financial Controller for a 6-month period. You must be immediately available and able to travel to their Head Office in Nottinghamshire on Mondays and Tuesdays, with the rest of the week working from home. A handover period will be provided.

The role involves managing a team of 4 (including 2 direct reports) and overseeing the financial operations of the business. Key responsibilities include managing month and year-end reporting, overseeing treasury back office and accounts payable, evaluating financial risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, preparing financial statements, coordinating audits, and managing tax matters supported by third parties.

Responsibilities of the Financial Controller:

• Manage month-end and year-end reporting processes, liaising with internal and external auditors.
• Control of the ALMIS system and treasury back office.
• Understanding and signing off regulatory returns in the absence of the FD.
• Prepare financial reports for the Board and committees.
• Produce ICAAP and Recovery Plan if required within the 6-month period.
• Oversee FRS 102 reporting models, bad debt provisions, and hedge accounting.
• Ensure readiness for FRS 102 changes, such as lease accounting updates.

Requirements of the Financial Controller:

• Qualified Accountant with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience within a PRA-regulated financial services business, preferably a mortgage lender.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.
• Knowledge of PRA regulations, including ICAAP & ILAAP.
• Understanding of ALMIS treasury system.
• Proficiency in Excel and Management Information (MI) reporting.

In return, they offer hybrid working, a 5% matched pension scheme, parking permit, and other benefits. This is a great opportunity to work for a customer-focused lender during an exciting period of growth and change. If you are immediately available and possess relevant experience, please apply now.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom