Assistant Financial Controller (Fintech)

TL;DR

Assistant Financial Controller (Fintech): Managing day-to-day financial records and overseeing reporting controls for UK legal entities with an accent on statutory accounting and regulatory compliance. Focus on executing the month-end close process, coordinating intercompany settlements, and enhancing internal financial control frameworks.

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office), City of London, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is a FTSE 100 fintech operating across five continents, serving over 1.3m customers.

What you will do

• Review financial records and oversee reporting systems and controls for UK entities.
• Drive the month-end close process and ensure timely signing off in HFM.
• Prepare statutory accounts, financial management packs, and tax reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly intercompany settlement processes.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements in financial processes.
• Support system implementations and prepare accounting technical papers.

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in financial control or statutory accounting, preferably in financial services.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and FRS 101.
• Ability to manage external auditor queries and explain technical positions.
• Must be based in or able to work from the London office (3 days per week).

Nice to have

• Familiarity with regulatory reporting frameworks such as CASS, MIFIDPRU, or ICARA.
• Proficiency in Excel, SUN, and/or HFM.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible benefits package (12%) on top of base salary.
• Private medical cover for employees and their families.
• Life insurance and gym membership contributions.
• 28 days of holiday, including birthday and volunteer days.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and tailored development programs.
• Supportive diversity networks for LGBTQ+, Women, Black, and Parents & Carers.