Senior Director - Accounting & Controllership

Senior Director - Accounting & Controllership

• Requisition identifier: 202605162

• Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

• Location: Reigate, England, United Kingdom

• Employment type: Full time

Description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded finance leader to join WTW as a Senior Director, Accounting & Controllership. This role is responsible for leading financial control, statutory and regulatory reporting activities across our GB Benefits and Consulting legal entities, while ensuring a robust control environment and the timely delivery of key financial reporting obligations. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Compliance, Tax and the wider business, you will lead a team of finance professionals, drive continuous improvement, and play a key role in shaping the future of the finance function.

The Role

Supporting WTW Group Reporting and SOX Controls

• Support the Regional Financial Controller in delivering a robust financial control environment across GB, including implementing new policies and procedures

• Ensure the monthly close is completed in line with the Group timetable, maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data

• Review monthly and quarterly balance sheets completing the required certifications

• Review Balance Sheet reconciliations, ensure issues are resolved and balances cleared in a timely manner. Highlight material issues proposing action and escalation where appropriate

• Coordinate as needed with HWC and ICT Business Finance teams

• Review of GB payroll reconciliations

Overseeing UK Statutory Reporting for Benefits and Consulting entities

• Prepare UK statutory accounts for legal entities in accordance with required deadlines

• Prepare and present the financial content of Board materials

• Hold directorships of UK entities as required

• Coordinate and play an active role in group and statutory audits

• Work with the Tax department to deliver accurate tax reporting

Financial support for UK Regulatory Reporting for Benefits and Consulting entities

• Complete quarterly FCA returns within the mandated timeframe

• Act as primary Finance contact for Compliance in connection with all regulatory reporting needs

Continuous improvement

• Lead initiatives to streamline finance processes leveraging systems, automation and AI

• Support the accounting and integration of current and future acquisitions

• Build strong cross-functional relationships to enhance financial discipline and accountability

Qualifications

What you'll bring:

• A recognized financial accounting qualification (ACCA / ACA)

• Extensive experience leading and developing teams of Finance professionals

• Strong track record for the accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting and returns

• Experience working with Company Boards, understanding Directors’ responsibilities and presenting financial updates

• Strong working knowledge of both UK and US GAAP

• Ability to continuously identify and implement opportunities for improvement to maintain best practice

• Strong time management and prioritization

• Strong technical capability, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills

What we offer:

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidatehelpdesk@wtwco.com