Job Description
Financial Controller
£70,000-100,000 per annum
Hybrid in Central London
Accountancy Action have been instructed to partner with an international boutique financial services firm, specialising in restructuring, insolvency and asset management.
As the firm continues their proven growth journey, they are looking for an experienced, commercially-focussed Financial Controller to take ownership of internal the finance function.
The Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day operations and have the opportunity to drive efficiency in project-based, working on streamlining and automating processes within operational finance.
You will work closely with external accountants, internal teams, and insolvency professionals to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all financial matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone working within a larger firm to move into a boutique company where they can have a more hands on approach and be able to implement change directly using their innovative approach. The client is looking for someone entrepreneurial and dynamic who wants to be a leader in improving efficiencies, streamlining processes and bringing a commercial outlook to the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Insolvency Practice Financial Support
* Manage insolvency cashiering across all appointments, including statutory bonding, VAT and CT returns, and case bank accounts.
* Maintain and administer IPS (Insolvency Practitioners System) maintained by Turnkey, ensuring accurate posting of disbursements and compliance uploads.
* Lead the firm’s transition to IPS Cloud, managing data migration, functionality testing, and team training.
* Raise and manage fee invoices within IPS.
* Submit annual confirmation statements for all relevant entities and ensure ongoing case compliance.
Firm Financial Administration
* Maintain bank accounts and oversee daily and monthly cash management.
* Prepare and maintain cashflow forecasts, monitoring liquidity across the business.
* Produce monthly management accounts, assisting with budgeting and reporting.
* Process and reconcile staff expenses, ensuring accuracy and timely reimbursement.
* Prepare quarterly VAT returns and manage annual returns for the LLP and affiliated entities.
* Liaise with external accountants on payroll, tax filings, and statutory accounts.
* Manage PI insurance schedules and supporting annual renewals.
Regulatory Compliance & Company Secretarial
* Maintain company books and statutory registers for the firm and related entities.
* Prepare and submit Companies House filings, board resolutions, and shareholder documentation.
* Manage ICAEW annual returns and ensure ongoing professional compliance.
* Prepare and submit FCA regulatory returns, coordinating with internal stakeholders.
* Maintain ICO registration and oversee firmwide regulatory adherence.
* Liaise with corporate service providers for any non-UK entity obligations.
Performance & Productivity Reporting
* Review and analyse monthly staff time records and present insights to the partners.
* Recommend actions to enhance time recording, productivity, and cost recovery.
Client Onboarding
* Coordinate onboarding of new clients, including engagement documentation, internal system setup, and compliance checks.
Skills & Experience
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
* Experience working in an FCA regulated environment
* Ability to prepare and interpret cashflow forecasts, management accounts, and statutory returns.
* Sound understanding of UK regulatory frameworks, including ICAEW, FCA, VAT, and company secretarial duties.
* Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively with partners, external advisers, and stakeholders.