Interim Head of Financial and Regulatory Reporting in London

The Interim Group Head of Financial and Regulatory Reporting is a senior role responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial and regulatory reporting across the Group for a 12-month period. The role includes the delivery of high-quality financial statements, regulatory submissions to the FCA and other bodies, and driving strategic initiatives around automation, data governance, and reporting transformation. You will lead a team of finance professionals and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk and Compliance to ensure robust reporting, strong controls, and continuous improvement.

How We Work: You will be expected to work in an office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:

• Assigned workspace in our designated office location.
• Company-issued equipment.
• Support and collaboration from a dedicated results focused team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting
  • Lead and coordinate several external audit engagements, acting as the primary contact for auditors and ensuring timely completion of audit deliverables.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve audit queries and provide required documentation.
  • Research and analyse US GAAP vs. IFRS or US GAAP vs FRS 102 differences for key accounting topics and prepare necessary journal entries for statutory reporting purposes.
  • Prepare technical accounting papers and conduct accounting assessments for non-routine transactions, including but not limited to business or asset acquisitions, restructurings, financial instruments, and other complex matters.
  • Support the month-end close process including ensuring accuracy of month-end templates.
  • Assist in ad hoc tasks as needed.
• Regulatory Reporting
  • Take ownership of the end-to-end FCA regulatory submission process in the UK, including all reporting obligations under both MiFID and E-money licenses.
  • Responsible for leading the preparation, documentation, and ongoing maintenance of the firm's ICARA in accordance with FCA IFPR (MIFIDPRU) requirements, including the development and execution of credible wind‑down planning.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and assess implications for the Group's reporting obligations and provide insight/guidance on implications of business actions on regulatory metrics.
  • Liaise with Compliance, Risk, and Legal teams to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and timely responses to regulatory queries.
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead by example, setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback and coaching.
  • Empower team members through delegation, development plans, and recognition of achievements.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and high performance.
  • Encourage open communication and collaboration across teams and geographies.
• Data Management & Quality
  • Ensure data used in financial and regulatory reporting is accurate, complete, and well-controlled.
  • Drive continuous improvement in reporting efficiency, accuracy and timeliness.
  • Improve controls and process documentation where required.

Key Requirements:

• Qualifications & Experience
  • ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent), ideally trained in a Big 4 firm.
  • Minimum 6 years of post-qualification experience in financial services, with significant exposure to listed and regulated environments.
  • Deep understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP and FCA/PRA regulatory frameworks.
  • Proven experience in leading financial and regulatory reporting in a complex, multi-entity group.
  • Strong track record in project management, transformation, and automation initiatives.
• Skills & Attributes
  • Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong technical accounting and regulatory knowledge.
  • Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach and attention to detail.
  • Proficient in finance systems and reporting tools.
  • Passionate about continuous improvement, innovation, and data integrity.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience) + bonus.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. Plus a holiday buy back scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Significant career progression opportunities, with potential to take on a wider role in the future.
• Opportunity to join a leading brand in a high growth global business.
• Fun culture with company‑wide contests and prizes.

Work Arrangement: Full time, office-based in London Brunel - Cross Border.