Interim Group Financial Controller

Job Title: Group Financial Controller

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: Competitive

Ref: RB016

Type: Interim, Full-time

About the Business:

We are a fast-growing and ambitious Private equity backed financial services group with £5bn in assets under administration. As we scale our operations and prepare for the next phase of growth, we are building a best-in-class finance function from the ground up. We are now seeking a high-calibre Group Financial Controller to join our senior team and lead the development of robust financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.

The Opportunity:

This is a rare opportunity to join at a formative stage and shape the financial infrastructure of a regulated business. Working closely with the CFO, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and embedding financial control, governance, and compliance across the group. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment and is excited by the opportunity to build from scratch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and lead all financial control processes, reporting systems, and internal governance from first principles
• Deliver timely and accurate group consolidated management and statutory accounts
• Ensure full regulatory compliance, including FCA and PRA reporting obligations
• Develop and implement a robust financial control environment, including SOX-style governance, policies, and reconciliations
• Build scalable finance processes to support business growth and complexity
• Partner with the CFO on strategic projects, capital planning, and funding initiatives
• Lead or support the build-out of the finance team and associated systems as the business grows
• Act as a key liaison with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders

About You:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Experience in a regulated financial services environment (essential)
• Strong technical knowledge across IFRS and regulatory reporting standards
• Proven track record of building or transforming finance functions
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Comfortable in a high-growth, fast-paced, and evolving environment
• Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused