The Financial Control Analyst plays a key role within the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) framework, supporting the execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement of financial controls. The role ensures that internal controls operate effectively, regulatory obligations are met, and financial governance standards are consistently applied.

Operating within defined processes, the role involves analysing financial control data, identifying risks and control weaknesses, supporting remediation activities, and contributing to the overall integrity and quality of financial reporting. The position requires a structured, analytical approach and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and accountability.

Financial Control Execution and Monitoring

• Execute and coordinate financial control activities in line with established frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Ensure timely identification and escalation of control exceptions
• Support recurring control cycles, including month end and period end monitoring
• Maintain consistency and discipline in control execution across assigned areas 

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Support

• Contribute to the effective operation of the GRC framework
• Support compliance reviews and ensure audit readiness through well maintained documentation
• Provide practical guidance to stakeholders on control requirements and evidence standards
• Promote understanding and consistent application of controls across the business

Risk Identification and Issue Management

• Identify financial control risks, emerging issues, and control gaps
• Assess root causes and potential business impact of identified issues
• Coordinate and track remediation plans, ensuring timely resolution
• Escalate risks and issues in line with governance requirements 

Reporting and Analysis

• Produce financial control and compliance reports for management
• Analyse trends, exceptions, and risk indicators to support decision making
• Translate data into clear, actionable insights
• Support ongoing improvements in reporting quality and effectiveness 

Control Framework and Policy Support

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and enhancement of financial control frameworks
• Support alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practice
• Assist with updates and interpretation of financial policies, guidelines, and protocols
• Provide clarity on control requirements to ensure consistent application across teams 

Audit, Compliance and Risk Oversight

• Support internal and external audit processes, including documentation preparation and response to queries
• Maintain audit readiness through proper evidence management and documentation standards
• Monitor defined risk indicators and escalate deviations
• Identify and report instances of non compliance with policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements.

Operational Delivery and Stakeholder Interaction

• Review and validate control evidence for completeness, accuracy, and retention compliance
• Maintain control, audit, and remediation trackers, ensuring timely follow up of outstanding actions
• Support ICFR and financial control testing activities, including logistics and documentation checks
• Coordinate with Finance teams, process owners, and external advisors on control execution, testing, and remediation
• Work closely with internal stakeholders including Finance, Internal Audit, Compliance, and Legal functions

Process Improvement and Continuous Enhancement

• Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial controls, reporting, and monitoring processes
• Support initiatives to enhance evidence quality, automation, and efficiency of control activities
• Participate in projects aimed at strengthening the overall control environment
• Apply structured problem solving to identify opportunities for optimisation

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Significant relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of formal academic qualifications

Experience

• Typically 5 plus years of experience in Finance, ideally within governance, risk, and compliance
• Experience supporting financial controls, audit, or risk management processes
• Exposure to mentoring or supporting colleagues at a basic level is beneficial 

Professional Qualifications and Knowledge

• Part qualified or working towards a recognised qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or CPA
• Familiarity with internal control frameworks such as COSO and financial compliance environments
• Exposure to risk management standards such as ISO 31000 or similar is advantageous
• Ongoing professional development in finance, controls, and compliance expected