Senior Financial Control Analyst

Pearson; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson seeks a Senior Financial Control Analyst in Belfast responsible for financial reporting, compliance, and process improvement. Candidates should have experience in accounting or financial control, with strong Microsoft Office skills and a proactive approach. Competitive benefits and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible workplace programs

Participation in an annual incentive program

Qualifications

• Qualified, proactive individuals from accounting or audit backgrounds.
• Knowledgeable in financial control processes and functions.
• Strong prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Producing monthly and annual results for divisions.
• Preparing ad-hoc analyses and reports for business decisions.
• Maintaining effective internal controls.

Skills

Knowledge of FRS101 and IFRS

Strong communication skills

Results-oriented

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with Finance ERP systems

Job description

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Client:

Pearson

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Permanent

Considering applicants across Belfast, North West England, Noida & Bangalore.

About Pearson Financial Services (PFS)

PFS is Pearson’s centre of excellence for all FP&A and financial control activities. We partner with the business, Finance business partners, and group reporting to provide outstanding financial support and service.

The PFS Financial Reporting & Control team manages UK, North America, and APAC month-end close activities, group reporting, audit, balance sheet, and P&L control. The team also focuses on end-to-end process control, process redesign, and improvement across UK and offshore teams.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Financial Control, the Senior Financial Control Analyst will be responsible for:

• Producing monthly and annual results for divisions, collaborating with divisional managers and finance teams.
• Reviewing all daily, weekly, and monthly reporting for accuracy and relevance.
• Reviewing work delivered by the BPO team.
• Reviewing and approving journals with proper backup and correct coding.
• Preparing ad-hoc analyses and reports to support accurate reporting and business decisions.
• Interacting with business units, functions, and auditors.
• Completing compliance reporting per local legislation.
• Assisting with SOX compliance as needed.
• Supporting Annual Desktop Procedure reviews and documentation for new or transitioned processes.
• Participating in continuous improvement projects and reporting requirements.
• Identifying issues, raising them appropriately, and resolving them.
• Seeking opportunities for process improvements and innovative solutions.
• Maintaining effective internal controls and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.

Key requirements

If you are qualified, proactive, and eager to develop your financial control skills, we want to hear from you. We welcome applicants from accounting, financial control, or audit backgrounds interested in moving into a FTSE 100 company.

• Knowledge of FRS101 and IFRS.
• Understanding of financial control processes and functions.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with finance and non-finance professionals.
• Results-oriented with good prioritization skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (v-lookups, sum-ifs, pivot tables, macros).
• Experience with Finance ERP systems.

We offer competitive benefits, flexible workplace programs, and participation in an annual incentive program. Specific benefits can be discussed with the talent partner.

What to expect from Pearson

Pearson was named one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022. We aim to create impactful learning experiences and are transitioning to 100% digital offerings. Our divisions span Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills, and Higher Education, supported by corporate divisions such as Digital & Technology, Finance, and more. We foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, promotes belonging, and supports talent development.