Fund Control Senior Analyst (Finance)

TL;DR

Fund Control Senior Analyst (Finance): Delivering financial control, governance, and accounting oversight across Real Estate and Private Markets structures with an accent on reviewing third-party administrator outputs and ensuring financial integrity. Focus on identifying control weaknesses, applying technical accounting judgement, and ensuring audit readiness.

Location: Hybrid (London)

Company

A leading UK financial services group and one of the world's largest asset managers, specializing in retirement, protection solutions, and global investment.

What you will do

• Review financial information from third-party administrators to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Perform detailed period-end reviews, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Identify and challenge errors, inconsistencies, and control weaknesses in financial outputs.
• Apply technical accounting judgement for various transactions, including valuations and accruals.
• Support the review of financial statements and prepare documentation for audit processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to align accounting treatments and improve controls.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and reconciliations.
• Experience in financial control, audit, or a similar review-focused role.
• Knowledge of Real Estate, Real Assets, or fund structures.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and apply sound technical judgement.
• Experience overseeing third-party service providers.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual performance-related bonus plan and valuable share schemes.
• Generous pension contribution and life assurance.
• Healthcare Plan available for permanent employees.
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays, with an option to buy or sell days.
• Electric car scheme via tax-efficient salary sacrifice for permanent employees.
• Inclusive culture with flexible working options, including part-time and job shares.