Financial Controller
Salary £60,000 - £65,000
Contract ; Permanent
Location ; Bromsgrove
The Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in managing the firm’s finance operations and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer. Initially, the role will focus on Principal Finance functions, including CASS and Client Money oversight, company accounting and reporting, and trade and distribution settlement.
The successful candidate will build strong, positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including the regulator, and will support and help implement strategic plans that align with the firm’s goals and objectives.
Key Responsibilities
The Financial Controller will have oversight of Principal Finance functions, including:
CASS and Client Money oversight
Company accounting and statutory reporting
Trade and distribution settlement
Integrity of financial reporting, capital and liquidity monitoring
Additional responsibilities include:
Ensuring compliance with FCA regulations, including CASS and Client Money rules
Overseeing company accounting, statutory reporting, and internal control frameworks
Managing trade and distribution settlement processes
Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts
Leading budgeting, forecasting, and the annual ICARA reporting process, including wind-down planning
Supporting internal and external audits and regulatory reporting requirements
Driving continuous process improvements and maintaining robust risk management frameworks
Medium-Term Responsibilities
Overseeing fund financial reporting and NAV calculation processes
Managing and maintaining relationships with third-party service providers
Qualifications and Skills
Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Minimum of five years’ experience in a senior finance role with responsibility for financial reporting within a regulated firm
Experience operating within SM&CR environments, including supporting SMFs, evidencing reasonable steps, and managing annual fitness and propriety cycles
Strong understanding of CASS, FCA regulations, and fund accounting
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and financial systems
Ability to work autonomously while also leading, developing, and motivating a team
Internal Competencies
Ability to develop and maintain high-quality Management Information used across the business
Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach
Proven leadership and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
Experience coaching and mentoring team members is desirable
Benefits
Company Bonus: Eligibility for discretionary bonuses based on company profitability and individual performance (pro-rated in the first 12 months)
Mobile Phone: Company-provided mobile phone and contract
Pension: Employer contribution of up to 7.5% of annual salary, subject to employee matching
Death in Service: Cover of up to three times annual salary
Private Healthcare: Company-funded healthcare scheme (subject to exclusions)
Income Protection: Up to 75% of salary following a 26-week deferral period, payable up to state pension age
Holiday: 28–30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible Working: Flexible working arrangements, with an expectation of three days per week in the office during the probation period