Product Controller - Equities

Product Controller (EMEA Equities - Business Finance and Control)

London/Hybrid

6 months contract

Day Rate £500 via Umbrella Company

Pontoon is an employment consultancy, we put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identifies, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

My client is on the world's leading financial institutions united in their purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. They are dedicated to helping teammates be their best at work and  starts with having a diverse, inclusive workplace where employees are valued for their individual strengths and perspectives. They firmly believe all employees should be treated with respect, live free of discrimination and be able to bring their whole selves to work.

This is core to who they are as a company and how they drive responsible growth.

Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Product Controller to join a high-performing EMEA Equities Business Finance & Control team. This is a hybrid Product Control and Valuation Control role supporting a complex Equity Exotics business. Working Monday to Friday uou will be office based 3 days a week with the remainder working from home. Standard office hours with the occasional out of hours in line with business need.

The position blends core controllership responsibilities with business partnering, ensuring accurate daily P&L production, robust balance sheet control, and adherence to valuation and regulatory frameworks. The role also involves close interaction with front office, trading desks, and senior finance stakeholders to provide insight and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Product Control

Produce and analyse daily P&L, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Perform P&L substantiation and variance analysis
Conduct balance sheet review, substantiation, and reconciliation
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial reporting
Partner with Front Office and Trading to explain P&L drivers and risks

Valuation & Control

Execute valuation control processes, including Independent Price Verification (IPV)
Apply and document fair value methodologies and controls
Perform Fair Value Hierarchy classification and Prudent Valuation reporting
Ensure adherence to valuation governance and control frameworks

Financial & Regulatory Reporting

Support financial and regulatory reporting under US GAAP and IFRS frameworks
Contribute to recurring financial statements and disclosures
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements

Risk & Analysis

Understand financial products, associated risks, and valuation methodologies
Link product risk to P&L movements and valuation outcomes
Provide analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives

Skills & Experience

Strong Product Control experience (P&L, balance sheet, reconciliations)
Solid understanding of valuation control and IPV processes
Knowledge of fair value hierarchy and valuation frameworks
Familiarity with financial products and market risk (Equities or transferable asset classes)
Understanding of regulatory and accounting standards (US GAAP / IFRS)
Strong communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
Proactive and flexible approach to changing responsibilities
Strong team player with the ability to quickly integrate into new areas
Sound judgement with appropriate escalation skills

Please apply with an up-to-date CV which must show evidence of the above to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you.

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