Financial Controller - London

IMC is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join our London office, reporting to the Head of Finance and Mid Office in the UK and having a dotted line to the Head of Finance - Europe in Amsterdam. This role is integral to our small, high-performing team and involves close collaboration with stakeholders across various departments and region. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations, while keeping oversight of the strategic processes and goals of the organization.
In this hands-on role, the Financial Controller will be tasked with a broad range of responsibilities including budgeting, forecasting, regulatory and management financial reporting as well as accounting operations. The successful candidate will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, monitor and manage cash flow, and develop strategies to enhance financial performance. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of all finance disciplines and the ability to adapt and learn new technical skills as needed. The Financial Controller will play a key role in driving financial efficiency and supporting the strategic goals of the company.
Joining our newly established office in London, you will be at the forefront of creating and implementing best practices in financial management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the financial framework of our operations, providing ample room for professional growth and development. If you are a proactive, resourceful finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take on new challenges, we would love to hear from you.
Your Core Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual regulatory and management financial reporting, ensure all aspects of general ledger integrity and balance sheet substantiation
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Own the cash management process including supplier and intercompany payment
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all tax filings and compliance with all tax regulations
• Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate and execute day-to-day accounting activities
• Assist and cooperate for process improvements and automation; ensuring the correctness of data, timely efficient reporting and compliance
• Establish and develop relations with internal and external stakeholders

Your Skills and Experience:

• Academic degree in Economics, Finance or equivalent with 5+ years relevant work experience, preferably with accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in financial control, preferably within the financial industry
• Good understanding and working knowledge of regulatory reporting
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and investigate complex issues
• Proven ability to successfully adapt to, identify, drive, and implement change
• Highly motivated individual who has the ability to work in fast-moving and high-pressured environment
• Solid IT skills; experience with Workday is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

About Us
IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we've been a stabilizing force in the financial markets - providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.