Financial Controller Job Glasgow area,Scotland UK,Finance & Banking

We’re looking for an exceptional Financial Controller to lead Monese’s financial accounting, control and reporting function
Reporting directly to the CFO, you’ll have end-to-end accountability for the integrity of our financial reporting, the effectiveness of our financial controls and the consistent delivery of critical finance deadlines
This is a senior leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, exceptional execution and a relentless focus on delivery. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that month-end close, statutory accounts, regulatory financial reporting and audit processes are completed accurately, efficiently and on time
You’ll lead and develop the financial control team, establish clear standards of accountability and continuously improve how the function operates
We’re looking for someone who combines the technical rigour of a seasoned financial controller with the pace, ownership and problem-solving mindset of a high-growth fintech
You won’t simply oversee the numbers. You’ll take full ownership of delivering them
Financial close and reporting excellence
Take full accountability for the timely, accurate and efficient delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and reporting
Establish and consistently deliver against a disciplined month-end close timetable, with clear ownership, deadlines and escalation procedures across the finance team
Drive continuous improvement in close timelines, reporting quality and financial processes, with a clear ambition to achieve a best-in-class financial close
Ensure the integrity, completeness and reliability of the financial statements, general ledger and balance sheet
Deliver high-quality financial reporting to the CFO and other key stakeholders, with clear explanations of material movements, accounting judgements and financial risks
Anticipate and proactively resolve issues that could impact reporting accuracy or deadlines, ensuring there are no avoidable surprises
Build a culture where financial reporting commitments are consistently met and delivery against deadlines is non-negotiable
Financial governance and control
Own and continuously strengthen the Groups financial control framework, ensuring it is robust, proportionate and appropriate for a regulated fintech
Maintain clear accountability for balance sheet integrity, accounting policies and key financial controls
Identify, assess and address financial reporting risks, ensuring control weaknesses are remediated promptly and effectively
Provide leadership and technical oversight on complex accounting matters, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards
Establish a strong control culture across the finance function, balancing regulatory discipline with operational efficiency
Ensure financial control processes remain effective as the business, its systems and transaction volumes evolve
Statutory, regulatory and audit delivery
Take full ownership of the timely and accurate delivery of statutory financial statements and finance-owned regulatory financial reporting
Lead the annual external audit from planning through to completion, ensuring an efficient, well-managed process and delivery against agreed deadlines
Maintain a high standard of audit readiness throughout the year, rather than relying on intensive year-end remediation
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, statutory reporting obligations and applicable financial regulatory requirements
Oversee the effective management of tax compliance and external advisers
Act as the senior point of accountability for financial accounting, audit and reporting matters
Finance transformation and operational excellence
Lead the development of a high-performing, efficient and scalable financial control function
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