An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Lead Finance Analyst to join a market-leading organisation based on the outskirts of Glasgow. This is a key position within the finance function, playing a critical role in establishing and maintaining a strong, effective first line of defence control framework. Key duties of the role include:Own the design, documentation and ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive inventory of finance controlsEstablish and oversee processes to assess and confirm both design and operational effectiveness of controlsDevelop and embed a robust global financial control framework, with focus on key areas such as profit and balance sheet reconciliationsPartner with business unit finance teams to ensure a consistent and effective control environment across all entities, including international operationsLead periodic control and risk assessments, including tracking and remediation of identified control gapsCollaborate with Internal and External Audit to support testing, address control deficiencies and ensure timely resolutionOversee month-end financial control activities to ensure accurate, complete and timely financial reportingProvide insight and reporting to senior finance leadership on control effectiveness, key risks, compliance matters and improvement opportunities Experience required:ICAS / ACCA / CIMA Qualified Accountant with a strong technical grounding and a proven ability to apply accounting standards in a commercial, real-world environ