Financial Controls Accountant

Financial Controls Accountant (51767CH) Manchester, England Salary: GBP54000 - GBP60000 per annum We are looking for a qualified accountant to join our Group Finance team in a key role focused on strengthening and maintaining a robust financial control environment across the business. Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting & Controls, you will play an important part in documenting, reviewing and enhancing financial controls, helping to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations while supporting the wider finance function in managing risk effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of financial controls and governance who enjoys working collaboratively across multiple teams and influencing positive change. Key Responsibilities Develop, document and maintain the Group's financial control risk register, covering all areas of financial management, including taxation, payroll services and anti-money laundering (AML) controls. Support the integration of subsidiary finance teams into the Group's financial control framework. Carry out regular testing and reviews of financial controls, identifying areas for improvement and implementing enhancements where appropriate. Produce clear and concise reports on control effectiveness, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management. Work closely with finance and operational teams to promote best practice in financial controls and risk management. Provide input into systems and process improvements to ensure controls and compliance requirements remain effective and fit for purpose. Support the preparation of annual statutory financial statements. Assist with the year-end external audit process and liaise with auditors as required. Undertake ad hoc financial analysis, reporting and project work to support the wider Group Finance team. About You To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified accountant with a strong understanding of financial controls, governance and risk management within a complex business environment. You will also have: A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Previous experience working within a financial controls, audit, reporting or risk-focused finance role. Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem solving. The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively where required. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint. The ability to produce clear, concise and professional written reports. What You'll Bring We're looking for someone who is proactive, analytical and committed to continuous improvement. You'll be comfortable working across different teams, building strong relationships and helping to create a financial control environment that is compliant, resilient and commercially effective. #J-18808-Ljbffr