Financial Controller

Job Description Your new companyYou'll be joining a purposedriven, regulated financial services organisation with a strong heritage and a clear ambition for sustainable growth. The environment is collaborative, inclusive and resultsfocused, with a strong emphasis on control, governance and continuous improvement. People are valued, diverse perspectives are encouraged, and leaders are empowered to make a real impact.Your new roleAs Financial Controller, you will lead the financial control function, ensuring accurate, timely and wellcontrolled financial information that underpins all financial and regulatory reporting. You'll own the monthend close and balance sheet integrity, oversee complex technical accounting areas, and maintain a strong risk and control framework. In addition, you'll lead a large, mixedcapability team, oversee key finance operations including AP, expenses, treasury back office and tax processes, and drive system, process and automation improvements across the function.What you'll need to succeedYou'll be a qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant with strong financial services experience, ideally within banking. You'll bring deep technical accounting knowledge, proven leadership of sizeable teams and a track record of delivering change in a controlled, regulated environment. Success in this role requires confidence in stakeholder engagement, the ability to challenge effectively, and a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, accuracy and operational excellence.What you'll get in returnYou'll receive a competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, alongside hybrid working arrangements. The role offers genuine career progression, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to lead a critical function with real influence. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact within an organisation that values autonomy, wellbeing and high-quality leadership.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Created: 2026-04-09