Associate Finance Controller

Job Title: Associate Finance Controller

Location: Glasgow (hybrid working)

Role Type: 12 month contract

Keywords: External Reporting, Financial Disclosures, Regulatory Reporting, IFRS, GAAP, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Collaboration, Hybrid Working, Professional Growth, Inclusive Culture

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Finance Controller to join a highly respected global financial institution's External Reporting team in Glasgow. This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative and supportive environment, where your expertise in financial and regulatory reporting will be valued and developed. You will play a pivotal part in producing key financial disclosures and regulatory reports, contributing to projects that shape the future of financial reporting standards, and enhancing production processes through digital innovation. With hybrid working arrangements, access to excellent on-site facilities, and a culture that champions diversity and inclusion, this is the perfect setting for you to advance your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare comprehensive regulatory balance sheet-based external reports in accordance with European requirements and internal policies.
• Draft detailed commentary and analysis to support financial disclosures, ensuring clarity and accuracy for senior management review.
• Oversee the end-to-end production process for quarterly reporting cycles, ensuring timely delivery against strict deadlines.
• Identify and troubleshoot data issues during production cycles by communicating effectively with relevant stakeholders and escalating concerns when necessary.
• Respond promptly to review questions raised on produced disclosures, providing clear explanations and supporting documentation as required.
• Present disclosures and analytical findings to members of Finance Senior Management, facilitating informed decision-making across the business.
• Develop a thorough understanding of evolving disclosure requirements and internal policies to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain up-to-date written procedures documents, ensuring robust controls are documented and adhered to throughout all reporting activities.
• Contribute actively to projects focused on implementing new regulatory requirements or improving production processes through digital tooling initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Product Control, Finance Technology, Legal Entity Control, Accounting Policy Group, and other key teams.

Skills & Requirements:

• CA/ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience in financial or regulatory reporting within a large-scale organisation or financial services environment
• Proven ability to work with large datasets using advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in Word is also important for documentation purposes
• Familiarity with digital tooling such as Alteryx or PowerBI would be advantageous for process improvement initiatives
• A solid understanding of IFRS accounting standards and European regulatory frameworks is preferred
• Experience in balance sheet controller reporting or similar roles adds significant value to your application
• Excellent communication skills are essential for effective escalation of issues and clear presentation of complex information to senior stakeholders
• A strong sense of responsibility for completing tasks accurately within tight deadlines demonstrates your dependability
• Ability to prioritise multiple issues simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail is crucial during peak reporting periods
• A collaborative approach combined with adaptability ensures successful teamwork within a positive office culture

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive culture where every individual can reach their full potential. The company's dedication extends beyond the workplace through active involvement in local charity partnerships-giving back is woven into the fabric of daily life here. Diversity is championed at every level: recruitment practices focus on attracting talent from all backgrounds while ongoing training ensures everyone has opportunities for growth. In this supportive environment-where collaboration is celebrated-you'll find not just a job but a place where your career can flourish alongside like-minded colleagues who share your passion for making a difference.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career within an inclusive team that values your expertise and supports your growth ambitions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Apply today by clicking on the link provided-your journey towards joining an exceptional finance team starts here. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to support you. Please reach out to us at adjustments@robertwalters.com to discuss further.