Head of Financial Control

IFRS Foundation

Term: 18mth Fixed Term Contract Location: London Job purpose: In this fixed-term transformation role, the Head of Finance Operations will lead the end-to-end modernisation of the organisation’s Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Payroll functions. The primary mandate is to develop and transition global financial operations into a streamlined, scalable model that ensures rigorous compliance and efficiency. Reporting to the Deputy CFO, this London-based position will lead the functional teams through this period of change, establishing a robust operational framework for the future. A key focus of this role is to optimise, standardise, and automate finance processes to strengthen controls, improve service quality, and ensure deadlines are consistently met. Special focus will be on the need to operationalise the Global Payroll project as it moves from project to business as usual. The role will also establish and monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely and accurate delivery of Finance Operations services. Principal accountabilities: Leadership & Management * This role is a senior role within the finance team and as such will be expected to lead and develop teams, fostering a high performance culture, accountability, and continuous improvement. * Ensure effective resource planning and workload management to meet business deadlines and service expectations. * Build strong cross-functional relationships with internal stakeholders including Procurement, HR, Treasury, and Financial Control. This includes providing support during any audits. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable * Manage the team responsible for the end-to-end AP process and AR processes. * Maintain robust controls and monitor the performance of key SLA’s and KPI’s. Payroll * Manage the Global Payroll team and oversee the accurate and timely processing of all payroll activities. * Build and maintain a clear and effective end to end payroll process addressing both standard and complex payrolls. * Lead the payroll related processes and activities required from any Global Mobility queries or requests triggered by the HR team. * Onboard and lead the set up and execution of any additional payrolls or shadow payrolls around the world as required. * Ensure compliance with all relevant employment tax and payroll compliance legislation. Track the performance of the external payroll providers and drive performance improvement initiatives as required. * Partner with HR to ensure payroll inputs are complete, validated, and aligned with contractual and policy requirements. Process Optimisation & Automation * Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Finance Operations to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance control. * Identify opportunities for automation through technology, workflow tools, and system enhancements. * Standardise processes and documentation to ensure consistency and reduce operational risk. Controls, Compliance & Reporting * Ensure statutory, regulatory, and internal policy compliance across AP, AR, and Payroll. * Develop and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics to measure performance and service quality. * Prepare regular reporting for senior management on operational performance, risks, and improvement initiatives. Systems & Technology * Lead the Finance System activities within the Finance team for enhancements or maintenance to the Finance systems (primarily ERP, Reporting etc) * Act as a senior stakeholder in finance systems improvements and upgrades. * Ensure systems are used effectively and teams are trained to maximise capability. * Collaborate with IT and system providers to address issues and optimise workflows. Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Qualifications * Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business operations desirable. Knowledge & Experience * Extensive experience leading Finance Operations functions in either AP, AR, or Payroll. * Demonstrable experience driving process improvement, automation, and operational excellence. * Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance requirements, and best practice frameworks. * Experience managing teams in a fast-paced, multi-location, multi-currency environment and delivering to strict deadlines. * Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central), CRM (Salesforce), Webshop and workflow/automation tools. * Proven track record in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration. Skills & Attributes * Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor teams. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. * High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and control. * Strong communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly and concisely. * Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. * Ability to thrive in change, lead transformation, and drive continuous improvement. * Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. Application closing date: 28th June 2026 Please note that while we have a closing date for this application, we reserve the right to interview candidates and potentially close the role early should we find a suitable candidate.   About us At the IFRS Foundation, we believe better information leads to better decisions. We set financial reporting standards that enable companies to meet the evolving information needs of the global capital markets. United by our purpose to foster trust, growth and long-term financial stability in the global economy, we engage in challenging, meaningful work every day—across all our areas of expertise. If you share our passion for this mission, we want to hear from you. Diverse perspectives. International expertise. Working for our global organisation offers many benefits, including: * rewarding work that serves the public interest; * engagement with diverse international experts; * inclusive and collaborative teams; * intellectually challenging projects; * flexible working arrangements; * numerous areas of specialisation; and * opportunities for professional growth and development. Diversity and inclusion are seen as key strengths of our organisation. These qualities are essential for us to engage with and meet the needs of our varied global stakeholders, and they are part of what makes the IFRS Foundation a great place to work. #LI-MM1

BCB Group

BCB Group is a leading crypto-dedicated payment services provider, serving many of the industry’s largest clients including Bitstamp, Crypto.com, Fireblocks, Galaxy, Gemini, and Kraken. BCB Group provides payment services in over 30 currencies, FX, cryptocurrency liquidity, digital asset custody and BLINC, which is BCB’s free, instant settlements network for the BCB client ecosystem. Responding to corporate and institutional demand for essential and excellent infrastructure in digital asset markets, BCB Group was created by established thought leaders in finance, regulation and technology. Founded in the UK and developed to encompass key relationships across global financial services communities, BCB Group is well positioned as one of the first multi-jurisdictional regulated cryptocurrency service firms. The cryptocurrency and blockchain industry is growing rapidly, and we want to continue shaping the way the industry progresses. We are looking for talented, motivated and crypto-passionate individuals to join us in ushering in this new financial revolution. As the FP&A Manager, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the financial planning and analysis activities of the organisation. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will lead a team responsible for revenue accounting as well as the traditional FP&A responsibilities of budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and providing insightful analysis to support key business decisions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering actionable financial insights. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES * Provide regular variance analysis and financial reporting to senior management, highlighting key drivers of performance and identifying areas for improvement. * Partner with cross-functional teams to report on their KPIs. * Produce dashboards to track business performance and drive operational efficiencies that can be shared with key stakeholders at Senior Leadership level. * Work alongside the Financial Controller and reporting to the Head of Finance to manage the annual budgeting process by collaborating with department heads to develop detailed budgets aligned with strategic objectives. * Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to forecast company performance and analyse various scenarios. * Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems to streamline reporting and enhance decision-making capabilities. While having a commercial mindset and focus, the successful candidate will have an appreciation of the importance of financial control. * Support strategic initiatives, including planning for fundraising, by conducting financial due diligence and integration planning. * Stay abreast of industry trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes that may impact financial performance, providing proactive insights to mitigate risks and capitalise on opportunities. * Manage a small team of people and oversee their responsibilities. Any experience in these areas will be beneficial but not essential. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? If you can demonstrate some of the following experience/skills below, we would love to hear from you. * We’re looking for someone who is 3-5 years post qualified with a strong advisory and/or corporate background who can support our growth.  * Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. * Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting techniques, and advanced skills in using Google Suite. * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. * Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. * Experience of coaching and mentoring junior colleagues to build a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. * Experience with Netsuite is preferred. SO, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Our people are constantly striving to be the best through operational excellence. The professional development and learning opportunities create an agile, hardworking, conscientious, and knowledgeable team.  The opportunities for personal growth are exponential. You grow as the business grows. The roles and responsibilities are broad and ever-changing, and the dynamism of BCB keeps you engaged and highly motivated.   At BCB, we believe in empowering individuals to create a culture of personal growth, together, and driving empowerment from the bottom up, up-skilling every individual at every level. This means our team has a sense of commonality and belonging, driven by a shared belief in our mission. We’re passionate about our business, our people, and providing 360-degree support for success. * The chance to operate at the forefront of our industry                                    * You can talk to anyone in the business as there are no barriers and everyone is accessible * You will be collaborating with teams on a hybrid working arrangement * We value team success where every individual can grow and prosper * 30 days annual leave each year * 4 days per year to prioritise your mental health  * 1 company volunteering day per year * Strong benefits package including; Private Healthcare, Pension, Income Protection (long-term absence), Life Insurance, Menopause Policy, and an enhanced Parental Leave policy.

Man Group

About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $228.7 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com At Man Group, we respect your privacy and we are committed to protecting and safeguarding your Personal Data. We have developed policies and processes which are designed to provide for the security and integrity of your Personal Data. We are committed to Processing your Personal Data fairly and lawfully, and being open and transparent about such Processing. For further information on how we process your data, please see the privacy notice for applicants here * As at 31 March 2026   The Role: The role sits within the London-based Finance department, working in the AUM, Revenues & Commissions team. The Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing the complete and accurate reporting of the Group's assets under management (AUM) and net revenue. This role provides senior-level ownership of AUM and margin reporting — two of the most critical metrics for the Group — with accountability for ensuring the integrity, quality, and strategic relevance of outputs delivered to internal and external stakeholders.  Responsibilities: AUM & Margins – Oversight & Governance  * Own and be accountable for the Group's AUM reporting framework, ensuring all outputs are delivered in line with Group guidance and requirements  * Oversee the accuracy and completeness of actual and run rate revenue calculations, providing senior sign-off on key outputs  * Maintain a deep understanding of the Group's AUM profile, fund structures, investment exposures, and margin dynamics, acting as a subject-matter expert for senior stakeholders  * Review and take ownership of quarter-end, interim, and year-end reporting deliverables  Reporting & Senior Stakeholder Engagement  * Lead the preparation and presentation of AUM and margin analysis to the CFO and other senior Finance leadership  * Drive the production and quality assurance of the daily AUM flash and weekly flow projection distributed to the Executive Committee  * Proactively develop and broaden knowledge of the Group's revenue reporting processes, systems, and controls, with the objective of being able to provide informed cover for the Revenues Manager as required  * Act as deputy for the Head of AUM & Margins and Net Revenue in their absence, providing senior coverage across both the AUM & Margins and Net Revenue functions, ensuring continuity of reporting, stakeholder engagement, and team oversight  * Act as a key liaison for the Strategy and Shareholder Relations team, providing insight and analytical support for external reporting and shareholder communications  * Partner with investment management and sales teams at a senior level on AUM and revenue-related matters, providing strategic context and challenge where appropriate  * Lead engagement with the Finance Business Partnering team on monthly management reporting to front office teams, ensuring AUM and margin inputs are accurate, insightful, and commercially relevant  Leadership, Controls & Process Improvement  * Champion continuous improvement across processes, leveraging automation, AI tooling and machine learning techniques to drive efficiency gains and enhance quality control  * Provide guidance, development, and oversight to other team members, reviewing their work and building team capability  * Lead ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives impacting the AUM, Revenues & Commissions team, including cross-functional workstreams  Financial Control & Other  * Involvement in ad-hoc projects and trouble-shooting issues, including assistance with the interpretation of relevant technical issues, and ad-hoc projects in areas which influence the AUM, revenues and commissions team, as required  * Take a proactive role in questioning processes in place with a view to continuous improvement  Technical Competencies:  * Deep knowledge of financial accounting, including technical accounting principles relevant to asset management  * Strong understanding of financial controls within a large, complex organisation, with the ability to evaluate and enhance control frameworks  * A professional qualification or equivalent depth of professional experience is expected  * Significant experience in Financial Accounting or a related operational Finance environment within asset management  * Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data and AUM trends to senior, non-technical audiences  * Proficiency in Excel and financial systems; experience with general ledger platforms and reporting tools is expected at this level  * Ability to assess and manage financial risk, using data and commercial judgement to influence decisions and drive process improvements  Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity. You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact TalentAcquisition@man.com.