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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

Willis Towers Watson is seeking an experienced Senior Director, Accounting & Controllership to lead financial control, statutory and regulatory reporting for GB Benefits and Consulting entities. You will drive a robust control environment, deliver timely financial reporting, and partner with senior stakeholders across Finance, Compliance, Tax and the wider business. You will oversee UK statutory accounts, board material preparation, and group audits while collaborating with Tax and Compliance

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Director: Regional VASS Controllership, Job Title: Director, VASS Regional Controllership About Mastercard Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments and businesses realize their greatest potential. Position Overview The Director, VASS Controllership provides senior level accounting leadership and governance for Value Added Services & Solutions (VASS) across the Regions (AP, EEMEA, Europe, LAC and NAM). This role ensures consistent application of accounting policy, controls, processes and governance while enabling the business to scale rapidly, move faster on go to market initiatives, while ensuring alignment with Corporate Controllership. The role has been established to strengthen regional execution, improve responsiveness, and mitigate financial integrity and audit risks associated with rapid VASS growth. Role & Responsibilities Serve as the senior controllership partner to regional VASS business leaders, FP&A and product teams. Provide expert guidance on complex accounting matters including: Revenue recognition (market wide initiatives, contra vs. expense) Bundles, Funds, and go to market program structures Gross vs. net assessments and considerations Ensure early controllership engagement in new VASS products, pricing bulletins and scale initiatives. Design, implement and monitor robust front and back end controls for VASS activities within the region. Ensure compliance with Mastercard accounting policies, SOX requirements and internal governance standards. Proactively identify and remediate risks related to fragmented execution, inconsistent accounting treatment and rapid business expansion. Act as the primary regional owner for VASS controllership matters, resolving the majority of VASS inquiries locally. Support the business with accounting matters by ensuring: Timely issue resolution Consistent accounting application Scalable and repeatable processes Support regional delivery of Funds, Bundles, impairment reviews and VASS specific assessments. Role & Responsibilities (continued) Partner with Corporate Controllership to execute global accounting guidance and policy changes at the regional level. Drive standardization of VASS accounting treatments, documentation and controls across markets. Collaborate closely with: Corporate Controllership FP&A and Finance Business Partners Tax and Legal GBSC Act as a bridge between regional execution and corporate policy intent. Produce quarterly VASS reporting packs to Corporate Controllership. All About you CPA, ACA or equivalent professional qualification preferred. Minimum of 12 years of progressive controllership / accounting leadership experience, preferably in a multinational environment. Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP; with an emphasis in complex revenue recognition and product driven business models. IFRS knowledge is a plus. Extensive experience in technical accounting, financial reporting or audit (public accounting and/or large multinational environment). Proven ability to handle complex, ambiguous accounting issues and influence senior stakeholders. Excellent communication and presentation skills - particularly for technical accounting documentation and audit support. Experience creating and delivering presentations for training events. Must have strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently through obstacles. Comfortable owning ambiguity and scaling new models. Strong influencer across Finance and Business leadership. Trusted advisor with high credibility at both regional and corporate levels. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices. Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed. Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Axon Moore are partnering with a successful and expanding business in North Yorkshire to recruit a Finance Director, who will be the No. 2 in Finance and oversee the central services activities of the business. The role lead a large finance team, be responsible for overseeing core financial reporting duties and will be a leader in the business who can help drive things forward and make strategic decisions. Our client is seeking a proven FD/Senior Finance professional with a wealth of experience managing large finance teams, managing change and driving improvements. The key responsibilities of the role will include: Overseeing all financial reporting and controllership activities Lead a large finance team, including recruiting, developing, mentoring and structuring the team appropriately Ensure all operational finance and day to day transactional accounting duties are carried out accurately and efficiently Assess existing systems and processes and suggest recommendations where appropriate to improve and streamline Manage several 3rd party/external financial relationships on behalf of the business Work as part of a senior leadership team to set the tone and lead by example, understanding the true priorities and context when it comes to making key decisions This is a unique role in a fast paced business. The ideal candidate should have the following skills and experience: Qualified financial leader who has worked in large scale, complex business environment Experienced in a senior role within a financial shared services or central services environment Experience initiating change and transformation initiatives Strong financial reporting and technical accounting experience, but who can also think more commercially and strategically This is an 'on site' role, so the requirement will be to be in the office and visible on most working days. therefore being located in or near the North Yorkshire region would be highly recommended.