Senior Director - Accounting & Controllership

WTW • Ipswich, Suffolk • Full Time

Posted on Fri, Aug 21, 2026

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

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