Financial Controller - Legal Entity Accounting

London Temporary £500 - £600 per day View Job Description
The Financial Controller will oversee financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance across a Wealth Management environment. This temporary role in based across London and Leicester.
  • Are you 3 to 5 years post qualification with Legal Entity Accounting experience?
  • Do you have strong Wealth/Investment Management industry expsoure?

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable financial services organisation, known for its structured approach and commitment to excellence. Operating as a medium-sized entity, they are dedicated to providing exceptional services and maintaining high standards in their industry.

Job Description

  • Own and deliver the month‑end close process across multiple legal entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts for each individual entity, with a strong focus on balance sheet integrity and P&L accuracy.
  • Perform detailed variance analysis at entity level, providing clear explanations and insight into monthly movements.
  • Ensure appropriate accounting treatment and compliance with relevant accounting standards for each entity.
  • Maintain and strengthen entity‑level financial controls, processes, and reconciliations.
  • Act as the primary finance contact for each legal entity, building a strong understanding of entity‑specific activity and risks.
  • Support statutory reporting requirements where required and liaise with auditors as part of the year‑end process.
  • Assist with regulatory returns where applicable (experience beneficial but not essential).
  • Work closely with wider finance teams to ensure consistency and alignment across the group.

The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 2-5 years post‑qualification experience.
  • Strong experience delivering month‑end accounting in a multi‑entity or group environment.
  • Confident working autonomously and taking ownership of multiple legal entities.
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong balance sheet and reconciliation experience.
  • Comfortable working in a role focused on monthly accounting rather than quarterly or annual reporting cycles.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial movements clearly to stakeholders.
  • Experience with regulatory or statutory returns is advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate of £500 to £600, depending on experience (outside IR35).
  • Opportunity to contribute to a respected financial services organisation.
  • Temporary position offering valuable experience in a dynamic environment.
  • Travel expense supported between London and Leicester on occasions.



If you are an experienced Financial Controller seeking a new opportunity, we encourage you to apply now and take the next step in your professional journey.

Contact
James Bateman
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6986086
Phone number
+442072692123

Job summary

Job function
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Accountancy & Finance
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
James Bateman
Consultant phone
+442072692123
Job reference
JN-042026-6986086