Up to £110,000 plus excellent bonus and benefitsHybrid Working available (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH)Reports to: CFO (SMF2)Due to exciting business growth, our client, a leading international bank based in the heart of central London, is seeking a fully qualified Deputy Head of Financial Control. This is a pivotal leadership role for a "hands-on" controller who thrives on technical accuracy and process improvement. Our client is seeking someone who excels in the "engine room" of finance-someone who can own the balance sheet, shorten reporting cycles, and lead a team through significant system implementations.Candidates from larger banking institutions are encouraged to apply, provided their experience is rooted in heavy-duty financial control rather than broad FPandA or pure strategy.Candidates must have experience in Banking and must have UK experience Duties of the Deputy Head of Financial Control to include:Financial Control and Core OperationsBalance Sheet Ownership: Full responsibility for balance sheet sign-off and high-level PandL review and presentation.Reporting Excellence: Oversee the full month-end close cycle, delivering accurate Management Information (MI) and group reporting to the Executive Committee and Head Office.Process Engineering: Drive initiatives to shorten reporting turnaround times and enhance the robust nature of the control environment.Audit and Compliance: Act as the primary lead for external and internal audits, ensuring all statutory require