Financial Controller - CASS & Audit Specialist (Hybrid)

McLaughlin Young; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Gym & Mental Health Allowance

Referral Bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Hybrid work schedule (1 day remote per

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Alchemy is seeking a skilled finance professional for bookkeeping, treasury operations and regulatory support in London. The role covers processing payments, maintaining ledgers and preparing year-end reports, with emphasis on CASS compliance and client money controls.

You will liaise with regulators and auditors, ensuring accurate records and timely responses. The position offers hybrid work and a competitive package in a fast-growing brokerage environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in Bookkeeping/Financial Administration/Treasury Operations.
• ACCA/CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proven ability to perform CASS reconciliations and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions, including accounts payable/receivable and payroll-related tasks.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements and cash flows.
• Lead and assist with yearly Financial Audit and CMAR submissions to the FCA.
• Monitor bank statements and ensure segregation between firm funds and client money.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support regulatory filings and compliance.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support regulatory inquiries from FCA.

Skills

CASS reconciliations

Regulatory reporting

Financial analysis

Communication with regulators

Education

ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Alchemy is seeking a skilled finance professional for bookkeeping, treasury operations and regulatory support in London. The role covers processing payments, maintaining ledgers and preparing year-end reports, with emphasis on CASS compliance and client money controls.

You will liaise with regulators and auditors, ensuring accurate records and timely responses. The position offers hybrid work and a competitive package in a fast-growing brokerage environment.