The Maples Group is a standard bearer in financial and legal services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms and international corporations. 

Our distinction flows from our carefully curated team: 2,500+ professionals characterised by tenacity, ethics and exacting excellence. We hire smart and sharpen smarter; arming talent with best-in-class resources and skills.  Operating in key financial centres across the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, our international presence offers a unique springboard for career development and cross-cultural immersion. Our side-by-side financial and legal services are similarly ripe for interdisciplinary learning and growth. 

The Maples Group looks to add a Cayman-based Financial Controller to our team and invites eager and qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity as we attract, retain and develop world-class talent. 

Who We Seek

Our merit-based culture suits professionals in pursuit of boundless careers and lives. Beyond their acumen, team members are collaborative and conscientious, bringing a healthy sense of drive and purpose to each interaction and to all aspects of their work. 

About the Role

Maples Corporate Services is seeking a seasoned and forward‑thinking Financial Controller to lead the finance function for its Cayman Islands and BVI Corporate Services entities. This senior, hands‑on role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, overseeing finance operations, and maintaining full regulatory and statutory compliance. The Financial Controller will manage financial control processes, prepare management accounts, report monthly financial results and qualitative analysis to the Boards, lead budgeting and forecasting, oversee audits and billing cycles, strengthen internal controls, and manage treasury activities. The role includes managing junior accounting staff and working closely with senior management and Group Finance.

Financial Control & Accounting Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including business and regulatory accounts payables, transaction posting, general ledger, management accounting, reporting, bank reconciliations and budgeting
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of trial balances and maintain balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal controls standards, including segregation of duties
• Manage the month‑end close process and deliver timely financial results

Management Reporting and KPIs

• Provide insights on revenue, costs, profitability, lock-up, and key performance drivers
• Prepare and report monthly management accounts and financial analysis to the Regional Director of Finance and Boards
• Present financials and analysis to the Boards on a monthly and quarterly basis, including analysis on profitability, lockup management and identifying areas of concern for the business/jurisdiction
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
• Liaise with business leaders to prepare the group budget in accordance with the timetable
• Moderate the budget review and approval process

Treasury, Cash Flow, and Liquidity

• Monitor daily cash balances and ensure regulatory liquidity requirements are adhered to
• Oversee intercompany settlements and short‑term investments
• Produce cash flow forecasts and support distribution planning

Regulatory, Audit, and Compliance

• Ensure IFRS compliance and timely completion of government filings
• Lead external and internal audits and ensuring deadlines are met
• Strengthen internal controls and mitigate financial and operational risks

Billing, Working Capital, and Revenue Cycle

• Oversee billing accuracy and process efficiency
• Monitor WIP, AR, lockup, and identify improvement opportunities

Strategic Initiatives & Transformation

• Support financial process improvements and transformation initiatives
• Prepare financial analysis and presentations for senior leadership
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency
• Train and mentor team members to maintain high performance standards

People Leadership

• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff
• Ensure all staff are appropriately trained
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

EXPERIENCE

What You Bring

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following: 

• Qualified accountant (CPA, ACA, or ACCA) with at least 8 years post-qualification experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and minimum 10 years in financial services management, with a strong preference for corporate services financial management experience
• Strong technical expertise in IFRS, management accounting, and regulatory compliance
• Proven experience managing and mentoring teams
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical skills, including handling large data sets
• Ability to work under pressure and build effective relationships across the business

BENEFITS & REWARDS

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including: 

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
• Competitive vacation packages
• Educational assistance and professional development programmes
• Savings or pension plan
• Life insurance
• Travel insurance
• Global mental wellness programme
• Sports clubs and social events

ABOUT MAPLES GROUP

Over five decades, the Maples Group has grown from modest beginnings into one of the world's preeminent professional services firms, offering specialised fiduciary, fund administration, regulatory and compliance, entity formation and management and legal services on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Ireland, Jersey and Luxembourg.

You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.

Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made.

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