Financial Controller

Harper May is working with a London-based asset manager managing circa £2bn in AUM across multiple strategies and fund structures. The business is founder-led, privately capitalised, and has grown organically over the past five years. With recent fund launches and an expanding client base, the finance function is now being strengthened to support increased operational complexity and regulatory demands. The firm is seeking a Financial Controller to build and embed robust financial infrastructure.

The RoleReporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take ownership of financial operations, consolidation, and reporting across the group. You will work across investment, operations, and compliance teams to ensure control frameworks are fit for purpose, reporting is timely and accurate, and the function scales with the business.

• Lead month-end and year-end close cycles, including fund-level and group consolidation accounting
• Develop and maintain financial control policies, documentation, and governance procedures
• Manage statutory reporting obligations and prepare audited financial statements
• Oversee fund accounting systems and reconciliation processes across fund structures
• Support regulatory reporting, particularly in relation to AIFMD and FCA requirements
• Lead external audit engagement and manage the audit schedule
• Build capability within the finance team and improve accounting processes and systems

What we are looking for

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• Minimum 5 years in a controller or senior accounting role, ideally within asset management or investment management
• Experience with fund accounting, multi-entity consolidation, and regulated financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, audit readiness, and compliance frameworks
• Organised and methodical; able to manage competing priorities and communicate clearly with stakeholders
• Hands-on operator with a track record of embedding process improvements