Responsibilities

What you'll do

• Oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of control frameworks to ensure robust governance across all legal entity reporting activities.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of risk and control self-assessments (RCSA) as well as regulatory compliance management (RCM), identifying areas for improvement and remediation.
• Lead quality assurance initiatives including attestation processes, reconciliations, evidence management, end-user computing checks, sample testing, and periodic internal/external report reviews.
• Maintain an up-to-date document library that captures end-to-end processes and procedures across all relevant functions within the department.
• Drive continuous improvement by automating existing processes and strengthening controls to mitigate operational risks effectively.
• Produce high-quality management information (MI) reports that inform decision-making at senior levels and support regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues across statutory reporting, regulatory reporting, change management, and controls teams to foster a culture of shared responsibility for risk mitigation.
• Utilise expert knowledge of finance technology components such as front office trade systems, sub-ledgers, general ledgers, and reporting suites to streamline workflows.
• Champion a culture of transparency, accuracy, and accountability throughout all aspects of legal entity reporting.

What you'll bring

• A recognised finance qualification such as ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CFA is highly beneficial due to the focus on creating a strong control environment within financial services.
• Extensive experience working in a reporting or control environment with proven exposure to regulatory reporting requirements is essential for this role.
• A deep understanding of financial statements combined with strong numeracy skills enables you to analyse complex data sets accurately.
• Demonstrated accounting experience within capital markets products including cash securities, repos, derivatives along with commercial acumen is required.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications supports your ability to manage documentation and produce high-quality reports efficiently.
• Comprehensive knowledge of finance technology components such as front office trade systems, sub-ledgers, general ledgers, and reporting suites is necessary for streamlining operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills allow you to present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
• A collaborative approach ensures you thrive as part of a team-oriented environment where knowledge sharing is valued above all else.
• Strong organisational awareness coupled with meticulous attention to detail helps you maintain high standards across all deliverables.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities enable you to identify potential risks early on and implement effective remediation strategies.

What’s next

If you are ready to take your career forward in an environment that values collaboration and excellence in controls governance, this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to connecting with talented professionals who share our passion for responsible finance.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

• Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management
• Focus: Finance & Accounting
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Mid Management
• Location: London
• Specialism: Banking & Financial Services
• Industry: Banking
• Salary: £464.60 - £553.10 per day

Job Reference: GWBRE4-08CA3687

Date posted: 30 September 2025

Consultant: Jake Coull

london banking-financial-services/finance-accounting 2025-09-30 2025-10-30 banking London London GB GBP 464.6 553.1 553.1 DAY Robert Walters