Financial Controller - 6m FTC

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organisation is seeking an Interim Financial Controller for a 6-month contract based in Liverpool. The role involves overseeing financial operations and managing a team, ideal for a qualified professional with experience in a regulated environment. Offering hybrid work, this is an excellent opportunity for a candidate ready to hit the ground running.

Benefits

Hybrid working

5% matched pension scheme

Parking permit

Qualifications

• At least 5 years PQE in a relevant financial environment.
• Experience in a PRA-regulated financial services business is essential.
• Strong leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage month and year-end reporting, liaising with auditors.
• Oversee financial operations, including treasury back office and accounts payable.
• Prepare financial reports for the Board and committees.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Risk Evaluation

Excel

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

ALMIS treasury system

FRS 102

Management Information (MI)

Job description

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Financial Controller - 6m FTC, Liverpool

Client:

Confidential

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: To £90K Dependent on Experience

Location: Nottinghamshire, Hybrid

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. The candidate must be immediately available and able to travel to their Head Office in the East Midlands on Mondays and Tuesdays, with Wed-Fri 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, including treasury back office, accounts payable, payments, and reconciliations. The Financial Controller will evaluate and manage financial risks, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee financial statement completion, coordinate audits, and ensure the accuracy of financial information, including tax, supported by third parties.

Responsibilities:

• Manage month and year-end reporting, liaising with auditors.
• Control of the ALMIS system and treasury back office.
• Understand and sign off regulatory returns (in the absence of the FD).
• Prepare financial reports for the Board and committees.
• Produce ICAAP and Recovery Plan within the 6-month period.
• Oversee FRS 102 reporting models, bad debt provisions, and hedge accounting.
• Ensure readiness for FRS102 changes, such as lease accounting.

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience in 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) skills.

In return, the company offers hybrid working, a 5% matched pension scheme, parking permit, and other benefits. This is a great opportunity to work with a customer-focused lender during a period of investment and change. If you are immediately available and have previous Financial Controller experience within a PRA regulated lender, please apply now.