Company Overview EC Markets is a leading global financial brokerage specialising in FX, CFDs, equities, SIPPs, and ISAs. With ambitious growth plans and a commitment to operational excellence, EC Markets is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Financial Controller to drive financial strategy, regulatory compliance, and operational management across the business.
This is a high-impact leadership role that sits at the intersection of finance, regulation, and strategy. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial infrastructure of a dynamic, growth-oriented firm operating in a complex and heavily regulated environment.
Role Purpose The Senior Financial Controller will provide strategic direction and hands‑on leadership across budgeting, forecasting, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, risk management, and technology adoption. This role is pivotal to aligning EC Markets' financial planning with its evolving business model and regulatory environment, enabling sustainable growth and operational resilience.
The role carries direct accountability for regulatory reporting obligations — including CASS 7, MIFIDPRU, and supporting ICARA process — as well as oversight of audit activities, invoice management, and day‑to‑day financial operations.
Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy and Planning Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Provide insightful financial analysis to guide business decisions and align financial strategy with EC Markets’ product suite including equities, CFDs, FX, SIPPs, and ISAs.
Produce and maintain financial forecasts in collaboration with senior leadership and the management accountant.
Support the CEO and Board with financial decision‑making, including partnership negotiations and product development initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance and Reporting Ensure full compliance with FCA prudential regulations, including MIFIDPRU capital adequacy rules and CASS client money requirements.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of CASS 7 rules, including all applicable reporting obligations.
Oversee regulatory reporting requirements under MIFIDPRU, specifically MIF001, MIF002, MIF003, and MIF004 submissions.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of K‑factor calculations and their application to the firm’s prudential capital requirements.
Work with the Head of Risk on the ICARA process, including financial forecasts, stress testing, and wind‑down planning.
Collaborate with compliance and risk teams on all regulatory filings and best practices.
CASS and Client Money Oversight Take ownership of CASS 7 oversight, ensuring client money rules are understood, implemented, and adhered to across the business.
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This is a high-impact leadership role that sits at the intersection of finance, regulation, and strategy. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial infrastructure of a dynamic, growth-oriented firm operating in a complex and heavily regulated environment.
Role Purpose The Senior Financial Controller will provide strategic direction and hands‑on leadership across budgeting, forecasting, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, risk management, and technology adoption. This role is pivotal to aligning EC Markets' financial planning with its evolving business model and regulatory environment, enabling sustainable growth and operational resilience.
The role carries direct accountability for regulatory reporting obligations — including CASS 7, MIFIDPRU, and supporting ICARA process — as well as oversight of audit activities, invoice management, and day‑to‑day financial operations.
Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy and Planning Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Provide insightful financial analysis to guide business decisions and align financial strategy with EC Markets’ product suite including equities, CFDs, FX, SIPPs, and ISAs.
Produce and maintain financial forecasts in collaboration with senior leadership and the management accountant.
Support the CEO and Board with financial decision‑making, including partnership negotiations and product development initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance and Reporting Ensure full compliance with FCA prudential regulations, including MIFIDPRU capital adequacy rules and CASS client money requirements.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of CASS 7 rules, including all applicable reporting obligations.
Oversee regulatory reporting requirements under MIFIDPRU, specifically MIF001, MIF002, MIF003, and MIF004 submissions.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of K‑factor calculations and their application to the firm’s prudential capital requirements.
Work with the Head of Risk on the ICARA process, including financial forecasts, stress testing, and wind‑down planning.
Collaborate with compliance and risk teams on all regulatory filings and best practices.
CASS and Client Money Oversight Take ownership of CASS 7 oversight, ensuring client money rules are understood, implemented, and adhered to across the business.
Oversee PSB (Primary Segregated
