Financial Controller - Asset Manager

Michael Page is currently partnering with a successful Asset Management firm based in Central London to recruit a Qualified Financial Controller for a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This role requires a minimum of 5-10 years of post-qualification experience as an Accountant. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the Investment Management industry and a clear understanding of investment management firms.

Client Details

Michael Page is currently partnering with a successful Asset Management firm based in Central London to recruit a Qualified Financial Controller for a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This role requires a minimum of 5-10 years of post-qualification experience as an Accountant. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the Investment Management industry and a clear understanding of investment management firms.

Description

As Financial Controller, your duties will include but will not be limited to:

• Uphold professional integrity and always act in the best interest of clients
• Ensure full compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks, including FCA requirements
• Foster effective working relationships across departments and regions
• Maintain ongoing professional development to stay current with industry standards
• Contribute to the firm's marketing initiatives and broader business goals
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and management accounts for UK and international entities
• Manage regular financial reporting cycles for both internal stakeholders and external partners
• Supervise financial controls, including bank reconciliations, payment authorisations, and cash flow monitoring
• Coordinate and manage relationships with outsourced finance providers
• Lead the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Support the development of annual business plans through financial data analysis and reporting
• Ensure compliance with all tax obligations, including timely filing and payment across relevant jurisdictions
• Review tax returns and coordinate with external advisors for tax planning and advisory support
• Annual update of the Firm's internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP)

Profile

• Clear and confident communicator across all levels
• Experienced in creating business plans and KPI reports
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail
• Proven experience overseeing outsourced vendors
• Skilled at building and maintaining vendor relationships
• Flexible and hands-on approach to both strategy and operations
• Comfortable managing both short-term tasks and long-term goals
• Qualified within one of the following ACA, CIMA or AACA
• Will be immediately available to start

Job Offer

• Immediate start role
• 12-month fixed contract to cover maternity leave
• Salary ranging up to £110,000 dependent on experience
• Discretionary cash bonus for completion of the contract
• Life assurance cover
• Cycle to work scheme
• Central London office location
• Private health insurance cover for family