Legal Entity Controller; LEC - Director​/AVP

Overview

This role sits within the Legal Entity Control (LEC) team and is responsible for the day‑to‑day management of a portfolio of legal entities. The Director will ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and effective coordination with key stakeholders across the business. It is a Director level position within Corporate Controllers, Reporting & Accounting, focusing on the accuracy and control of the Firm’s books and records to produce consolidated financial statements for the firm, segments, and legal entities.

• Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Product Control, Treasury, Business Units, Tax, Company Secretarial and external auditors.
• Contribute insight and analysis to legal entity related discussions and project initiatives, providing clear and thoughtful challenge.

• Responsible for the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for the portfolio, including management accounts, financial statements and variance analysis.
• Prepare clear and timely financial information to support senior reviews and decision making.

• Identifying opportunities for automation and the practical use of AI to improve processes.
• Identify, assess and document risks at legal entity level, including tax, transfer pricing and policy application.
• Implement control enhancements and ensure issues are escalated appropriately.
• At least 4 years’ relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.

• Be an active contributor within the LEC team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.
• Help build a collaborative and positive team culture.

• Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Experience managing financial reporting in complex environments.
• Clear and confident communication skills with experience of building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Practical interest or experience in using automation and AI tools to improve ways of working.
• Good judgement with a strong awareness of risk and control.

If this role is deemed a Certified role, it may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or meet internal benchmarks.

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