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Finance Risk & Control Manager
Finance Risk & Control Manager
Location: Thorpe Park, Leeds (Hybrid working)
About the Role
Join us as a Finance Risk & Control Manager and help us strengthen and evolve our financial control environment. In this role, you’ll:
- Work closely with Finance teams and wider stakeholders to identify and manage risk in a practical, proactive way.
- Ensure the right controls are in place, understood, and consistently applied.
- Maintain a clear, effective governance framework, support audits, and keep policies relevant and easily navigable.
- Transform insights into actionable decisions through meaningful reporting.
You’ll also build strong relationships, challenge where needed, and help embed robust risk and control practices into everyday decision-making—making a visible impact while bringing fresh thinking to the role. This opportunity is perfect for someone passionate about creating a control environment that’s robust, efficient, and future-ready.
What We Are Looking For
- A fully qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience, ideally in financial controllership.
- 5–7 years of experience in financial risk, internal controls, or audit, with expertise in frameworks such as COSO.
- Confident handling of accounting and auditing standards, alongside experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle) and data/BI principles.
- Proven experience in complex, multi-entity, or multinational environments, preferable within financial services.
- A collaborative and organised approach with:
- Strong analytical thinking.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities.
- An effective communicator and influencer, comfortable working with and challenging senior stakeholders.
- Experience in leading, coaching, and building capability within teams.
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What You’ll Get
Here’s a snapshot of how we’ll support and reward you:
- Discretionary annual bonus, reflecting the impact of your work.
- 3% flexible benefits, letting you tailor rewards—whether extra cash, more holiday, or added health cover.
- Hybrid working, striking a balance between collaboration and focus.
- Free onsite parking, saving time and money.
- 28 days of holiday (plus public holidays), plus the option to buy up to five extra days for added freedom.
- Life assurance—peace of mind for your loved ones, regardless of your circumstances.
- A thriving culture, prioritising wellbeing:
- Recognition awards.
- Onsite gym facilities.
- Year-round wellbeing initiatives to keep you balanced, resilient, and at your best.
- A commitment to authenticity at work, including:
- Access to employee networks (Rise, Proud, Culture, Spark) for community and inclusivity.
Who Are We?
We’re on a mission to make credit work better for all. Specifically:
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- We buy debt from diverse companies across sectors.
- We treat people with dignity, helping customers repay Lowell debt in practical, affordable ways.
Our culture shapes our success:
- Warm, welcoming, and super-talented teams.
- Recognition for effort and success.
- Support for growth and learning.
- An between challenge.
From day one, you’ll have a voice in one of the most dynamic companies within the UK finance sector. New colleagues speak highly of:
- The support they receive.
- The recognition for their work.
- The difference they make, touching the lives of millions navigating tough times.
Why Join Lowell?
We’re dedicated to helping you grow—both personally and professionally. Whether it’s career development, learning opportunities, or tools to exceed your potential, we’ll equip you to thrive.
We celebrate diversity and invite individuals from all backgrounds and experiences, including:
- Culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, and disability.
If you’re passionate about making credit work for everyone, we’d love to hear from you. Our success comes from inclusive teams supported by flexible benefits to foster equity and collaboration.
Ready to join us? Apply today!
Need support with your application or enquiries about adjustments during recruitment? Reach out to the Lowell Talent Team. We’re here to help.
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