At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the monthly close and ensure high-quality management accounts for decision-making.
- Company: Join a dynamic financial services firm focused on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on automation and modern finance practices.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Senior accounting qualification with experience in financial services or trading.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
The role involves building a Core Accounting function with the pace and discipline of an in-house Finance team in financial services or trading. Responsibilities include:
- Owning the monthly close and timely publication of clean management accounts to FP&A.
- Ensuring the integrity and quality of the books, including accruals, reconciliations, journal entries, and intercompany transactions.
- Defining and enforcing data-quality boundaries with Crypto Operations.
- Managing statutory accounts and local filings for each of the group’s sister entities across multiple jurisdictions.
- Account confidently for complex financial instruments and digital-asset positions.
- Owning the financial-controls framework and leading a small accounting team.
- Driving the adoption of AI and modern automation across Finance operations.
- Partnering with FP&A, Treasury/Crypto Operations, and external service providers.
Must Haves:
- Recognised senior accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or international equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in industry.
- Hands-on group controllership at multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction scale.
- Comfortable accounting for complex financial instruments.
- Direct, accountable communicator.
- Strong bias for structure, automation, and a forward view on Finance.
Should Haves:
- Direct experience accounting for digital assets and DeFi positions.
- Experience preparing a Finance function for first-time external investor diligence.
- Experience leading a small remote team across multiple time zones.
Hiring Process:
- Introduction call with the Talent team.
- Interview with the CFO.
- Compensated Task (2-3 hours of work).
- Interview with Program Lead.
- Interview with Co-Founder.
Note: A background check might be required for this role.
Financial Controller employer: IFT
Join a forward-thinking company that prioritises integrity and quality in financial management, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise as a Financial Controller will be valued and impactful. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead and mentor a small team while driving innovation through AI and automation in finance operations. Located in a vibrant area, this role not only provides competitive benefits but also fosters a collaborative environment that encourages professional development and meaningful contributions to the organisation's success.
