Financial Controller
other jobs Harper May Ltd
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £90,000 - £100,000 per annum
Job Description:
This investment firm operates within a highly governed, regulated environment, managing a diversified portfolio with a strong focus on control, risk management, and disciplined financial reporting. As the organisation continues to strengthen its internal infrastructure and refine finance processes, it is seeking a Financial Controller to take ownership of financial control, reporting, and the ongoing development of the finance function.
The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reporting across the business. The role sits at the centre of financial governance, working closely with investment teams, operations, and external advisers to support compliance, control, and performance insight.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
* Produce accurate management accounts and statutory financial statements
* Maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks across the business
* Lead audit processes and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors
* Support regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations
* Oversee fund accounting interfaces and investment-related financial reporting
* Monitor balance sheet integrity, capital adequacy, and cash management
* Review and improve accounting processes, systems, and documentation
* Provide financial analysis and reporting insight to senior stakeholders
Candidate Profile
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
* Experience within asset management, investment management, or regulated financial services
* Strong technical accounting background in a controlled, regulated environment
* Proven experience managing financial reporting, controls, and audit processes
* Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders
* Detail-focused with a strong emphasis on accuracy and process improvement
* Comfortable operating in a deadline-driven environment
* Experience with fund structures or investment accounting is advantageous
The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reporting across the business. The role sits at the centre of financial governance, working closely with investment teams, operations, and external advisers to support compliance, control, and performance insight.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
* Produce accurate management accounts and statutory financial statements
* Maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks across the business
* Lead audit processes and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors
* Support regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations
* Oversee fund accounting interfaces and investment-related financial reporting
* Monitor balance sheet integrity, capital adequacy, and cash management
* Review and improve accounting processes, systems, and documentation
* Provide financial analysis and reporting insight to senior stakeholders
Candidate Profile
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
* Experience within asset management, investment management, or regulated financial services
* Strong technical accounting background in a controlled, regulated environment
* Proven experience managing financial reporting, controls, and audit processes
* Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders
* Detail-focused with a strong emphasis on accuracy and process improvement
* Comfortable operating in a deadline-driven environment
* Experience with fund structures or investment accounting is advantageous
Job number 3378193
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Company Details:
Harper May Ltd
Company size: 1–4 employees
Industry: Accountancy (Qualified)
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