Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Our client are looking for a Finance Manager with SaaS experience - please do not apply otherwise Successful candidate will be fully qualified - please do not apply otherwise This is a hybrid role based in the City of London Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Adopt a modern and progressive approach to building a finance function that embraces technology and automation, with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency, to support the business as it scales Design, build, and maintain the company's suite of financial and operational KPIs, relevant to a SaaS revenue model Develop revenue and ARR metrics, gross margin analysis, customer-level profitability, and cash flow reporting Partner with the CEO and senior leadership to translate financial data into actionable business insight Support the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and multi-year financial planning models Produce monthly management accounts and board-ready reporting packs, including commentary and variance analysis Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Define and enforce data quality standards across all financial systems and reporting outputs Identify and resolve inconsistencies in source data, ensuring a single source of truth for financial information Work with operations and technology teams to improve the quality and reliability of billing, contract, and subscription data that feeds into financial reporting Implement controls and audit trails to ensure the traceability and integrity of financial data Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Act as a credible and proactive finance partner to the CEO and department heads across sales, product, and operations Support commercial decision-making with clear financial analysis, pricing models, contract structures, and investment cases Contribute to any investor reporting, due diligence processes, or M&A activity as the business evolves Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Own the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial records Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls, including revenue recognition, cost allocation, and intercompany reconciliations Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisers, and statutory reporting obligations (Companies House, HMRC) Maintain accurate accounting records and perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the company's financial position Manage relationships with suppliers and customers in respect of invoicing and billing, resolving queries efficiently and in a timely manner Oversee the purchase order system, ensuring all purchases are appropriately authorised, accurately recorded, and reflected in the company's financial records Own the end-to-end payroll process, providing the payroll service provider with accurate and timely data to ensure seamless monthly execution Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS as applicable, and maintain accounting policies appropriate to an international SaaS and services business Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) SaaS experience Strong technical accounting skills with hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts preparation, and audit management Proven track record of building and maintaining KPI frameworks and management reporting suites A genuine commitment to data quality, evidenced either through professional experience or an understanding of what poor data integrity costs an organisation High proficiency in financial modelling and reporting tools (Excel essential; experience with Xero, Sage, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems) Comfortable operating at pace in a growing SME environment, with the ability to work both strategically and hands-on Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Experience with subscription / ARR revenue models and associated metrics (MRR, churn, NRR, CAC, LTV etc.) Exposure to board and investor reporting in a VC- or PE-backed environment Experience implementing or improving financial systems and ERP platforms Understanding of the regulatory and compliance technology landscape Finance Manager - SaaS Experience A pragmatic self-starter with a can-do attitude. Will be comfortable making sound judgements and taking decisive action in the absence of perfect information, and will bring energy and initiative to every aspect of the role Detail-oriented with an instinct for accuracy and a low tolerance for data ambiguity Intellectually curious - able to question assumptions and dig into the numbers behind the numbers Clear and confident communicator, capable of presenting financial information to non-finance audiences including the CEO and board Proactive and commercially minded, with the drive to add value beyond the core finance function Collaborative and collegiate - comfortable in a close-knit team where flexibility and ownership matter Resilient and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving business environment Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Immediate in-person interviews on MS TEAMS By applying to this vacancy, you are giving permission to no1 legal and professional to submit your CV to the hiring company No1 Legal and Professional is an employment agency for permanent and temporary roles
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Our client are looking for a Finance Manager with SaaS experience - please do not apply otherwise Successful candidate will be fully qualified - please do not apply otherwise This is a hybrid role based in the City of London Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Adopt a modern and progressive approach to building a finance function that embraces technology and automation, with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency, to support the business as it scales Design, build, and maintain the company's suite of financial and operational KPIs, relevant to a SaaS revenue model Develop revenue and ARR metrics, gross margin analysis, customer-level profitability, and cash flow reporting Partner with the CEO and senior leadership to translate financial data into actionable business insight Support the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and multi-year financial planning models Produce monthly management accounts and board-ready reporting packs, including commentary and variance analysis Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Define and enforce data quality standards across all financial systems and reporting outputs Identify and resolve inconsistencies in source data, ensuring a single source of truth for financial information Work with operations and technology teams to improve the quality and reliability of billing, contract, and subscription data that feeds into financial reporting Implement controls and audit trails to ensure the traceability and integrity of financial data Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Act as a credible and proactive finance partner to the CEO and department heads across sales, product, and operations Support commercial decision-making with clear financial analysis, pricing models, contract structures, and investment cases Contribute to any investor reporting, due diligence processes, or M&A activity as the business evolves Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Own the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial records Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls, including revenue recognition, cost allocation, and intercompany reconciliations Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisers, and statutory reporting obligations (Companies House, HMRC) Maintain accurate accounting records and perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure the integrity of the company's financial position Manage relationships with suppliers and customers in respect of invoicing and billing, resolving queries efficiently and in a timely manner Oversee the purchase order system, ensuring all purchases are appropriately authorised, accurately recorded, and reflected in the company's financial records Own the end-to-end payroll process, providing the payroll service provider with accurate and timely data to ensure seamless monthly execution Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS as applicable, and maintain accounting policies appropriate to an international SaaS and services business Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) SaaS experience Strong technical accounting skills with hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts preparation, and audit management Proven track record of building and maintaining KPI frameworks and management reporting suites A genuine commitment to data quality, evidenced either through professional experience or an understanding of what poor data integrity costs an organisation High proficiency in financial modelling and reporting tools (Excel essential; experience with Xero, Sage, NetSuite, or similar accounting systems) Comfortable operating at pace in a growing SME environment, with the ability to work both strategically and hands-on Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Experience with subscription / ARR revenue models and associated metrics (MRR, churn, NRR, CAC, LTV etc.) Exposure to board and investor reporting in a VC- or PE-backed environment Experience implementing or improving financial systems and ERP platforms Understanding of the regulatory and compliance technology landscape Finance Manager - SaaS Experience A pragmatic self-starter with a can-do attitude. Will be comfortable making sound judgements and taking decisive action in the absence of perfect information, and will bring energy and initiative to every aspect of the role Detail-oriented with an instinct for accuracy and a low tolerance for data ambiguity Intellectually curious - able to question assumptions and dig into the numbers behind the numbers Clear and confident communicator, capable of presenting financial information to non-finance audiences including the CEO and board Proactive and commercially minded, with the drive to add value beyond the core finance function Collaborative and collegiate - comfortable in a close-knit team where flexibility and ownership matter Resilient and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving business environment Finance Manager - SaaS Experience Immediate in-person interviews on MS TEAMS By applying to this vacancy, you are giving permission to no1 legal and professional to submit your CV to the hiring company No1 Legal and Professional is an employment agency for permanent and temporary roles
Head of Agency London - COO Lending Operations The Head of Agency London is accountable for the effective execution of the Agent role for EMEA lending activities, ensuring accurate delivery within a robust control environment and full adherence to ING policies and UK regulatory expectations. The role leads, develops and coaches the Agency London team, fostering a collaborative, high performance culture with a focus on stakeholder engagement. As a member of the UK Operations Senior Management team, the role works closely with UK Front Office and key partners to support safe growth and strong client outcomes. Accountability includes service management and oversight of sourced services, proactive risk management, and driving a digital and continuous improvement mindset to deliver a best in class client experience. Responsibilities Customer experience - ensure that team action the client's requests in a timely and accurate manner and ensure that all times the team proactively take on the responsibility to ensure that we deliver an end-to-end seamless client experience, and where possible using data to help us manage this effectively. Strive to constantly improve based on NPS insights. Improvement Mindset - lead by example by always demonstrating an improvement mindset with the goal of improving the client experience, user experience, improving our control framework and continuing to develop our execution capabilities, all where possible driven by data and in close collaboration with the Global Process Lead Agency. User Experience - ensure that we create an environment that allows the Agency team to identify potential improvements to the user experience and to ensure that such ideas are raised following the relevant governance. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders. People Development - ensure that we have a framework and safe environment in place that allows us to grow, build and deepen talent so that we can grow individually and as a team, to be the best people working for the best bank in EMEA. Capacity Management - manage the workload and capacity in the team by ensuring we have the right structure in place, that we are dynamic yet smart with how deploy our capacity and ensure that we have transparency with our stakeholders in terms of future projections with the target of always being open to support the deal flow presented. Regulatory / Compliance - always ensure that Agency operates in full compliance with ING policies, external regulatory requirements and governance standards, including ownership and oversight of Financial and Non Financial Risk, RCSA execution, and event and issue management, with regular updates into COO Risk & Finance governance. Risk Champion - Lead by example, demonstrating strong ownership of the Agency risk profile, including proactive identification, assessment and remediation of risks through RCSAs, issues and events, and ensuring timely escalation and reporting through relevant COO Risk forums. Act as control owner for Operational Resilience and Business Continuity (CBS / BCM) activities ensuring scenario testing, documentation and remediation actions are delivered in line with regulatory expectations. Market Intel - ensure that you keep abreast of any relevant market developments, that any developments are communicated to relevant stakeholders and where relevant to the team timely, and provide support to the Global Process Lead of any developments. Data Led - ensure that we are using all relevant available data to help us shape and steer the Agency team and ensure that the Agency team embraces the digital journey by identify and assisting in potential improvement areas. Budget - Assisting the Global Process Lead in setting the annual budget and ensuring Agency stays within dynamic plan. Change Management - Identifying the need for change shaping a vision, building alignment, and mobilizing commitment, and monitoring progress to achieve the desired outcomes. Corporate representation - Represent ING as an Agent in external relations and internally across the London Front Office, COO and Operations leadership forums, contributing to market discussions and strategic initiatives. Service management - The role includes service management and oversight of sourced and third party services supporting Agency activities, ensuring performance, risk and control standards are met in line with regulatory expectations. Competencies Balances Stakeholders - Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Speaks clearly about the need for ING to adhere to strong ethics and show cultural savvy when working with internal and external stakeholders. Builds Networks - Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside ING. Has a presence in the wider industry and across various boundaries; is active in the conversations that shape the landscape. Business Insight - Applies knowledge of the business and the marketplace to advance the end goals. Fully understands the policies and procedures and other external factors affecting ING and the role of Agent. Decision quality - Makes good and timely decisions that keep ING moving forward whilst staying in control. Pushes for the use of sound logic and data when making decisions. Drives vision and purpose - Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Regularly and enthusiastically describes how people's efforts make a difference. Ensures accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress. Instills trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Builds trust among people and groups by ensuring honest and upfront communication; maintains transparency. Manages complexity - Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Manages conflict - Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Treats conflict as a chance to have an open discussion and identify better solutions; finds common ground and builds consensus among multiple stakeholders. Optimises work processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Sees that problems are well examined, and improvements are raised to the Global Process Lead. Plans and aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strategic mindset - Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into future plans. Effectively integrates long term opportunities and challenges with day to day activities. We are looking for: Ability to take responsibility, steer the team and realisations based on facts and data; managerial courage to question and make decisions. Ability to work successfully in a team environment and make sure we work together as one team; taking into account different habits, beliefs, languages and time zones, etc. Strong organizational sensitivity; ability to understand and take into account the underlying issues, opportunities and dynamics of an international organization with multiple functional lines and one hierarchical line and deal with multiple (sometimes conflicting) interests. Ability to display style flexibility to teams and adapt plan, approach and behaviour to the different needs, cultures and situations. Ability to empower teams to act autonomously and hold them accountable yet at the same time provide sufficient support and guidance when needed. Ability to think out of the box and drive the client and user experience. Focus on execution and proactively managing risk through collaboration, ability to bring people together to work towards the same purpose. Strong focus on interaction, you like to connect people, and clear communication is a matter of course for you allowing you to build trust with the team and all stakeholders. Ability to simplify complexity and drive and execute operational excellence. Proven track record and technical skills: Deep knowledge and understanding of Wholesale Banking clients and products, ideally from an Agency / Operational perspective Min 8 years' proven track record in an Operations department Knowledge of the end to end Lending value chain A personality and the capabilities to optimally function within an operational environment. Experience in executing as an Agent through the cycle. Experience with steering on output / data. Excellent level of English. ING Privacy Statement In order to operate ING's recruitment process, we will collect and store personal data you provide. Please request the privacy statement should you wish to understand how ING UK uses and protects this information and visit our website for more information.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Agency London - COO Lending Operations The Head of Agency London is accountable for the effective execution of the Agent role for EMEA lending activities, ensuring accurate delivery within a robust control environment and full adherence to ING policies and UK regulatory expectations. The role leads, develops and coaches the Agency London team, fostering a collaborative, high performance culture with a focus on stakeholder engagement. As a member of the UK Operations Senior Management team, the role works closely with UK Front Office and key partners to support safe growth and strong client outcomes. Accountability includes service management and oversight of sourced services, proactive risk management, and driving a digital and continuous improvement mindset to deliver a best in class client experience. Responsibilities Customer experience - ensure that team action the client's requests in a timely and accurate manner and ensure that all times the team proactively take on the responsibility to ensure that we deliver an end-to-end seamless client experience, and where possible using data to help us manage this effectively. Strive to constantly improve based on NPS insights. Improvement Mindset - lead by example by always demonstrating an improvement mindset with the goal of improving the client experience, user experience, improving our control framework and continuing to develop our execution capabilities, all where possible driven by data and in close collaboration with the Global Process Lead Agency. User Experience - ensure that we create an environment that allows the Agency team to identify potential improvements to the user experience and to ensure that such ideas are raised following the relevant governance. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders. People Development - ensure that we have a framework and safe environment in place that allows us to grow, build and deepen talent so that we can grow individually and as a team, to be the best people working for the best bank in EMEA. Capacity Management - manage the workload and capacity in the team by ensuring we have the right structure in place, that we are dynamic yet smart with how deploy our capacity and ensure that we have transparency with our stakeholders in terms of future projections with the target of always being open to support the deal flow presented. Regulatory / Compliance - always ensure that Agency operates in full compliance with ING policies, external regulatory requirements and governance standards, including ownership and oversight of Financial and Non Financial Risk, RCSA execution, and event and issue management, with regular updates into COO Risk & Finance governance. Risk Champion - Lead by example, demonstrating strong ownership of the Agency risk profile, including proactive identification, assessment and remediation of risks through RCSAs, issues and events, and ensuring timely escalation and reporting through relevant COO Risk forums. Act as control owner for Operational Resilience and Business Continuity (CBS / BCM) activities ensuring scenario testing, documentation and remediation actions are delivered in line with regulatory expectations. Market Intel - ensure that you keep abreast of any relevant market developments, that any developments are communicated to relevant stakeholders and where relevant to the team timely, and provide support to the Global Process Lead of any developments. Data Led - ensure that we are using all relevant available data to help us shape and steer the Agency team and ensure that the Agency team embraces the digital journey by identify and assisting in potential improvement areas. Budget - Assisting the Global Process Lead in setting the annual budget and ensuring Agency stays within dynamic plan. Change Management - Identifying the need for change shaping a vision, building alignment, and mobilizing commitment, and monitoring progress to achieve the desired outcomes. Corporate representation - Represent ING as an Agent in external relations and internally across the London Front Office, COO and Operations leadership forums, contributing to market discussions and strategic initiatives. Service management - The role includes service management and oversight of sourced and third party services supporting Agency activities, ensuring performance, risk and control standards are met in line with regulatory expectations. Competencies Balances Stakeholders - Anticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Speaks clearly about the need for ING to adhere to strong ethics and show cultural savvy when working with internal and external stakeholders. Builds Networks - Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside ING. Has a presence in the wider industry and across various boundaries; is active in the conversations that shape the landscape. Business Insight - Applies knowledge of the business and the marketplace to advance the end goals. Fully understands the policies and procedures and other external factors affecting ING and the role of Agent. Decision quality - Makes good and timely decisions that keep ING moving forward whilst staying in control. Pushes for the use of sound logic and data when making decisions. Drives vision and purpose - Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Regularly and enthusiastically describes how people's efforts make a difference. Ensures accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress. Instills trust - Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Builds trust among people and groups by ensuring honest and upfront communication; maintains transparency. Manages complexity - Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Manages conflict - Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise. Treats conflict as a chance to have an open discussion and identify better solutions; finds common ground and builds consensus among multiple stakeholders. Optimises work processes - Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Sees that problems are well examined, and improvements are raised to the Global Process Lead. Plans and aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strategic mindset - Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into future plans. Effectively integrates long term opportunities and challenges with day to day activities. We are looking for: Ability to take responsibility, steer the team and realisations based on facts and data; managerial courage to question and make decisions. Ability to work successfully in a team environment and make sure we work together as one team; taking into account different habits, beliefs, languages and time zones, etc. Strong organizational sensitivity; ability to understand and take into account the underlying issues, opportunities and dynamics of an international organization with multiple functional lines and one hierarchical line and deal with multiple (sometimes conflicting) interests. Ability to display style flexibility to teams and adapt plan, approach and behaviour to the different needs, cultures and situations. Ability to empower teams to act autonomously and hold them accountable yet at the same time provide sufficient support and guidance when needed. Ability to think out of the box and drive the client and user experience. Focus on execution and proactively managing risk through collaboration, ability to bring people together to work towards the same purpose. Strong focus on interaction, you like to connect people, and clear communication is a matter of course for you allowing you to build trust with the team and all stakeholders. Ability to simplify complexity and drive and execute operational excellence. Proven track record and technical skills: Deep knowledge and understanding of Wholesale Banking clients and products, ideally from an Agency / Operational perspective Min 8 years' proven track record in an Operations department Knowledge of the end to end Lending value chain A personality and the capabilities to optimally function within an operational environment. Experience in executing as an Agent through the cycle. Experience with steering on output / data. Excellent level of English. ING Privacy Statement In order to operate ING's recruitment process, we will collect and store personal data you provide. Please request the privacy statement should you wish to understand how ING UK uses and protects this information and visit our website for more information.
We are currently recruiting an exciting opportunity for an IT Audit Lead, to join our highly regarded Group Internal Audit team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic FTSE 250 financial services group, which includes UK-regulated investment and life insurance subsidiaries and a regulated life insurance entity in the Isle of Man. The Group Internal Audit function is recognised for its pragmatic, collaborative approach to continuous improvement. The Role As an IT Audit Lead, you will be responsible for independently leading and delivering full end to end IT internal audit and advisory engagements in accordance with internal audit standards/ practices and methodology. This may include areas such as cyber security; infrastructure; user access and identity management; IT business continuity; information security (including GDPR); system/software development lifecycle; disaster recovery and change management/projects. Drawing on your knowledge and experience, you will identify key risks, develop and scope robust test plans (including use of data analytics), and prepare audit reports that present information in a clear, concise and compelling way. As the IT subject-matter expert in a small, high-performing team, you will take full ownership of our technology controls and assurance landscape while actively upskilling those around you, driving a culture of continuous learning and development. Success in this role can only be achieved by building strong relationships with the IT department and being hands on to understand key initiatives and provide assurance where required. Responsibilities include Oversee and lead the timely delivery of the programme of IT internal audit engagements from the Group Internal Audit Plan. With minimal supervision, preparing audit scopes and performing audit testing in accordance with professional standards and the Group Internal Audit methodology. Demonstrates sound core IT auditing skills including being proactive in the use of data analytics to provide enhanced assurance. Drafting audit reports with minimal re-work required that are concise, compelling and clear, in turn highlighting key issues to the Groups Audit and Risk Committees, the Board, and senior management. Leading meetings with senior IT management to validate audit findings, and to develop, in partnership with the business, pragmatic and commercially sound audit recommendations which mitigate the identified risks. Assist the Group Head of Internal Audit in the production and ongoing oversight of the annual Internal Audit Plan and the Internal Audit Universe in respect to the Groups IT risks. When required, reviewing and auditing managements completion of agreed control enhancement actions (which resulted from previous internal audit findings). Explaining good practice governance, risk management, compliance and internal controls activities during discussions with staff of the Group. Understands and grasps the current and developing regulatory and legislative rules and guidance which affect the Group and can implement these learnings into internal audit engagements or the internal audit plan. Person Specification We are looking for candidates with experience in an internal auditor role (2 5 years post qualification experience), ideally within the financial services industry. Knowledge of and experience conducting IT assessments across a range of products and platforms is essential. Candidates from external auditor roles must have applied knowledge and expertise in the use of risk-based audit methodologies, techniques and practices. You must hold the CISA, or equivalent professional qualification. Advanced Excel experience is essential and capability of data analytics would be desirable. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including company discretionary bonus, excellent pension contributions, an attractive staff share scheme, BUPA health insurance, buying and selling of annual leave and sponsorship of relevant professional qualifications. The role is based in our central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home. About Us IntergaFin Holdings plc, is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index. Established in 2000, today we have over £77.2 billion of funds under direction on behalf of over 249,000 investor clients (as at December 2025). The IHP Group exists to make financial planning easier for clients and advisers through the provision of financial adviser software and personal service. Transact is a part of the IHP Group which also includes Time4Advice. Transact is a leading UK investment wrap platform for financial advisers and their clients. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and open-minded. We work hard to continually challenge the way we do things to maintain our market leading status. As a customer-centric and client focused business, we put our clients, like Mrs Miggins, at the heart of everything we do. Our platform enables clients and their advisers to manage their financial portfolio in one single online place, and is supported by unrivalled personal service. Our goal is to make all aspects of portfolio mana
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting an exciting opportunity for an IT Audit Lead, to join our highly regarded Group Internal Audit team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic FTSE 250 financial services group, which includes UK-regulated investment and life insurance subsidiaries and a regulated life insurance entity in the Isle of Man. The Group Internal Audit function is recognised for its pragmatic, collaborative approach to continuous improvement. The Role As an IT Audit Lead, you will be responsible for independently leading and delivering full end to end IT internal audit and advisory engagements in accordance with internal audit standards/ practices and methodology. This may include areas such as cyber security; infrastructure; user access and identity management; IT business continuity; information security (including GDPR); system/software development lifecycle; disaster recovery and change management/projects. Drawing on your knowledge and experience, you will identify key risks, develop and scope robust test plans (including use of data analytics), and prepare audit reports that present information in a clear, concise and compelling way. As the IT subject-matter expert in a small, high-performing team, you will take full ownership of our technology controls and assurance landscape while actively upskilling those around you, driving a culture of continuous learning and development. Success in this role can only be achieved by building strong relationships with the IT department and being hands on to understand key initiatives and provide assurance where required. Responsibilities include Oversee and lead the timely delivery of the programme of IT internal audit engagements from the Group Internal Audit Plan. With minimal supervision, preparing audit scopes and performing audit testing in accordance with professional standards and the Group Internal Audit methodology. Demonstrates sound core IT auditing skills including being proactive in the use of data analytics to provide enhanced assurance. Drafting audit reports with minimal re-work required that are concise, compelling and clear, in turn highlighting key issues to the Groups Audit and Risk Committees, the Board, and senior management. Leading meetings with senior IT management to validate audit findings, and to develop, in partnership with the business, pragmatic and commercially sound audit recommendations which mitigate the identified risks. Assist the Group Head of Internal Audit in the production and ongoing oversight of the annual Internal Audit Plan and the Internal Audit Universe in respect to the Groups IT risks. When required, reviewing and auditing managements completion of agreed control enhancement actions (which resulted from previous internal audit findings). Explaining good practice governance, risk management, compliance and internal controls activities during discussions with staff of the Group. Understands and grasps the current and developing regulatory and legislative rules and guidance which affect the Group and can implement these learnings into internal audit engagements or the internal audit plan. Person Specification We are looking for candidates with experience in an internal auditor role (2 5 years post qualification experience), ideally within the financial services industry. Knowledge of and experience conducting IT assessments across a range of products and platforms is essential. Candidates from external auditor roles must have applied knowledge and expertise in the use of risk-based audit methodologies, techniques and practices. You must hold the CISA, or equivalent professional qualification. Advanced Excel experience is essential and capability of data analytics would be desirable. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including company discretionary bonus, excellent pension contributions, an attractive staff share scheme, BUPA health insurance, buying and selling of annual leave and sponsorship of relevant professional qualifications. The role is based in our central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home. About Us IntergaFin Holdings plc, is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index. Established in 2000, today we have over £77.2 billion of funds under direction on behalf of over 249,000 investor clients (as at December 2025). The IHP Group exists to make financial planning easier for clients and advisers through the provision of financial adviser software and personal service. Transact is a part of the IHP Group which also includes Time4Advice. Transact is a leading UK investment wrap platform for financial advisers and their clients. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and open-minded. We work hard to continually challenge the way we do things to maintain our market leading status. As a customer-centric and client focused business, we put our clients, like Mrs Miggins, at the heart of everything we do. Our platform enables clients and their advisers to manage their financial portfolio in one single online place, and is supported by unrivalled personal service. Our goal is to make all aspects of portfolio mana
International Retail Organisation Manchester City Center with International Travel Otto James Retained Search & Selection OTTO JAMES CONSULTING Executive Services has been exclusively selected to support a £180 million t/o business in a Search and Selection Process for a newly created International Financial Controllers position. Our client has grown their global footprint following a board level decision to target emerging European and Asia-Pac markets. This globetrotting acquisition process has now reached its climax, however it has now created a requirement for a Senior Financial Controller who will manage the M&A activates and the integration processes into my clients Spring Gardens Head Offices. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a marketing leading, highly acquisitive retail & service group. Already able to boast a reputation for class defining products and an enviable breadth of product range, the business has undertaken an aggressive M&A strategy that now sees it's European turnover touch bn, with over £100m coming from the UK. Positioned in this competitive but high growth sector, they have built a strong reputation for constant innovation (in both service offering and product development/range), supreme service levels and market leading technical ability. Strong commercial and entrepreneurial passion runs through the business. They have consistently grown well ahead of their competitors and are primed for continued growth and enduring success with recent investment facilitating the strategy to growth three-fold in the next 5yrs before the group's planned IPO. This is an energised and entrepreneurial culture, which every employee works diligently to foster. They are an opportunistic growth company that delivers long-term prosperity to customers, shareholders and all employees. Career opportunities are as unlimited as any employees' aspirations and hunger. Combining the above with leadership that has distinguished itself from competitors with quality product innovations, a lithe strategy adept at responding to marketing conditions and genuinely innovative customer service, they have employed a highly commercial approach to their entire organisation, constantly challenging the status quo for long-term benefit. This is a truly entrepreneurial environment, and increasingly so. A key element to that growth, entrepreneurial drive and marketing positioning is the recruitment of a highly commercial European Finance Controller. The Financial Controller position is an outstanding opportunity to not only take a key role in an exciting, market defining Group, but one that offers the chance to lead a critical central-function right at the heart of the business' performance. Reporting directly to the CEO and International Finance Director, you will take an active part on the Leadership Team and Board discussions on future growth. Responsibilities: Transform financial data into commercial insights that support the CEO and Senior Leadership Team in making commercial decisions that will delivery of the Company Strategy Ensure total compliance with all relevant UK & European legislation Management of the UK property portfolio and business leases Work in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team to objectively evaluate investment projects across all functions, ensuring clear objectives, performance measurements and ROI Work in partnership with Sales and Marketing to create a robust forecasting process that delivers accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial predictions Embed processes and protocols that drive first class cost controls across all the European business units Recruit, lead and develop a highly skilled, engaged and commercially focused team that is recognised as a centre of commercial excellence by the internal customers it serves The Person: This is a high profile leadership position responsible for the business's Financial and Commercial performance and growth. The appointee will have a proven Commercial Finance Leadership background within a Retail and Service business, preferably with European exposure. Experience of leading a dynamic, entrepreneurial and commercial finance function is a must in this position, as is working collaboratively with senior leadership. He/she will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be adept at mixing strategic planning & direction whilst retaining a hands-on capability, possessing strong process management abilities, and be a robust decision-maker and a 'finisher'. The role involves providing strategic and operational leadership as well as practical support not only to the Commercial and Finance functions, but also to the business as a whole. The successful candidate will have strong influencing skills and be able to put across his or her ideas and views clearly to both peers, team members and the fellow members of the Leadership Team. In addition, he/she will have strong communication skills and be capable of liaising with a broad cross-section of departments, skillsets and capability levels to discuss all matter financial, particularly to assist the compilation of, and adherence to budgets. Your Profile: Senior leadership exposure within a Commercial Finance Function Professionally qualified (ACA, ACMA or ACCA) Cross border/European exposure would be a distinct advantage - languages not essential, but would make you stand out. Ability to explain financial controls and management to non-finance colleagues Exceptional team player with proven ability to lead through influence A strategic thinker and able to communicate effectively (both written and verbal). Adept at balancing intense short-term pressures with overall long-term goals. Experience presenting to and working with other senior management team members. Natural control orientation but with the ability to judge risk profile against commercial opportunity Strong executive presence, polish and commercially savvy. First-class commercial acumen Strategic thinker who challenges conventional thinking and brings new commercial ideas and concepts to the table Strong influencer, able to actively listen, evaluate and influence a course of action that is right for the whole business Expert relationship builder who has the confidence, courage and conviction to confront reality, challenge others and right wrongs Salary & Benefits £68,500 - £75,000 Salary Generous Bonus Strong Contributary Pension Hybrid & flexible working (2 days work from home) 25 days annual leave + BH Private medical cover
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
International Retail Organisation Manchester City Center with International Travel Otto James Retained Search & Selection OTTO JAMES CONSULTING Executive Services has been exclusively selected to support a £180 million t/o business in a Search and Selection Process for a newly created International Financial Controllers position. Our client has grown their global footprint following a board level decision to target emerging European and Asia-Pac markets. This globetrotting acquisition process has now reached its climax, however it has now created a requirement for a Senior Financial Controller who will manage the M&A activates and the integration processes into my clients Spring Gardens Head Offices. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a marketing leading, highly acquisitive retail & service group. Already able to boast a reputation for class defining products and an enviable breadth of product range, the business has undertaken an aggressive M&A strategy that now sees it's European turnover touch bn, with over £100m coming from the UK. Positioned in this competitive but high growth sector, they have built a strong reputation for constant innovation (in both service offering and product development/range), supreme service levels and market leading technical ability. Strong commercial and entrepreneurial passion runs through the business. They have consistently grown well ahead of their competitors and are primed for continued growth and enduring success with recent investment facilitating the strategy to growth three-fold in the next 5yrs before the group's planned IPO. This is an energised and entrepreneurial culture, which every employee works diligently to foster. They are an opportunistic growth company that delivers long-term prosperity to customers, shareholders and all employees. Career opportunities are as unlimited as any employees' aspirations and hunger. Combining the above with leadership that has distinguished itself from competitors with quality product innovations, a lithe strategy adept at responding to marketing conditions and genuinely innovative customer service, they have employed a highly commercial approach to their entire organisation, constantly challenging the status quo for long-term benefit. This is a truly entrepreneurial environment, and increasingly so. A key element to that growth, entrepreneurial drive and marketing positioning is the recruitment of a highly commercial European Finance Controller. The Financial Controller position is an outstanding opportunity to not only take a key role in an exciting, market defining Group, but one that offers the chance to lead a critical central-function right at the heart of the business' performance. Reporting directly to the CEO and International Finance Director, you will take an active part on the Leadership Team and Board discussions on future growth. Responsibilities: Transform financial data into commercial insights that support the CEO and Senior Leadership Team in making commercial decisions that will delivery of the Company Strategy Ensure total compliance with all relevant UK & European legislation Management of the UK property portfolio and business leases Work in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team to objectively evaluate investment projects across all functions, ensuring clear objectives, performance measurements and ROI Work in partnership with Sales and Marketing to create a robust forecasting process that delivers accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial predictions Embed processes and protocols that drive first class cost controls across all the European business units Recruit, lead and develop a highly skilled, engaged and commercially focused team that is recognised as a centre of commercial excellence by the internal customers it serves The Person: This is a high profile leadership position responsible for the business's Financial and Commercial performance and growth. The appointee will have a proven Commercial Finance Leadership background within a Retail and Service business, preferably with European exposure. Experience of leading a dynamic, entrepreneurial and commercial finance function is a must in this position, as is working collaboratively with senior leadership. He/she will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be adept at mixing strategic planning & direction whilst retaining a hands-on capability, possessing strong process management abilities, and be a robust decision-maker and a 'finisher'. The role involves providing strategic and operational leadership as well as practical support not only to the Commercial and Finance functions, but also to the business as a whole. The successful candidate will have strong influencing skills and be able to put across his or her ideas and views clearly to both peers, team members and the fellow members of the Leadership Team. In addition, he/she will have strong communication skills and be capable of liaising with a broad cross-section of departments, skillsets and capability levels to discuss all matter financial, particularly to assist the compilation of, and adherence to budgets. Your Profile: Senior leadership exposure within a Commercial Finance Function Professionally qualified (ACA, ACMA or ACCA) Cross border/European exposure would be a distinct advantage - languages not essential, but would make you stand out. Ability to explain financial controls and management to non-finance colleagues Exceptional team player with proven ability to lead through influence A strategic thinker and able to communicate effectively (both written and verbal). Adept at balancing intense short-term pressures with overall long-term goals. Experience presenting to and working with other senior management team members. Natural control orientation but with the ability to judge risk profile against commercial opportunity Strong executive presence, polish and commercially savvy. First-class commercial acumen Strategic thinker who challenges conventional thinking and brings new commercial ideas and concepts to the table Strong influencer, able to actively listen, evaluate and influence a course of action that is right for the whole business Expert relationship builder who has the confidence, courage and conviction to confront reality, challenge others and right wrongs Salary & Benefits £68,500 - £75,000 Salary Generous Bonus Strong Contributary Pension Hybrid & flexible working (2 days work from home) 25 days annual leave + BH Private medical cover
