We’re working with a leading financial services business seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their high-performing finance team. This role would suit someone with high professional standards, committed to excellence and continuous improvement. You’ll enjoy working with considerable autonomy within a small, collaborative team, becoming the go-to person for your entities and areas of expertise while helping shape and develop the role as the business evolves.

This is a broad, high-impact role offering true ownership across multiple entities and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership across the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Entity & Financial Control: Take full ownership for several corporate entities — overseeing GL integrity, month-end close, and financial accuracy in Workday Finance
• Governance & Reporting: Prepare statutory accounts, management reports, and regulatory filings, while maintaining strong relationships with auditors and regulators
• Operational Oversight: Act as the key finance contact for HR, Payroll, AP, and FP&A to ensure seamless operations, compliance, and accurate financial data
• Deferred Compensation: Manage the accounting and administration of deferred compensation schemes, working closely with HR and Legal on communications and compliance
• Process & Systems Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to finance transformation projects to enhance control and reporting efficiency
• Strategic Partnering: Collaborate with senior stakeholders, providing insight and financial leadership to support business objectives and decision-making

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• 5–10 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally within financial services
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
• Strong UK GAAP knowledge; familiarity

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail
• Proactive and results-driven, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Confident communicator, able to influence and build relationships across all levels
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems — Workday Finance experience preferred
• Must be Entitled or Entitled to work in Jersey