Whitbread

Shared Services & Controls Analyst

Houghton Regis LU5 5XE

Key information

Pay
Salary not listed
Posted date
2 Jul 2026

About this role

We’re looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive analyst. You’ll play an important role in ensuring strong controls across Banking, Treasury, Finance systems access, and Accounting & Control. The role includes working with external auditors on IT General Controls, carrying out monthly control testing and reporting, and supporting the team with walkthroughs, control reviews, and clear documentation. You’ll also help with quarterly FCF and ITGC submissions, monitor and follow up on control issues, and support the business in maintaining strong financial controls and compliance with policies and procedures.

What you'll be doing

Acting as the main contact for external auditors on IT General Controls.

Completing monthly control testing and preparing the monthly controls pack.

Keeping all control testing documentation and working papers accurate and up to date.

Supporting the Financial Control team by reviewing key financial controls and understanding business processes.

Helping with quarterly Financial Control Framework (FCF) self‑assessments.

Helping to embed internal controls into day‑to‑day operations and supporting ad‑hoc projects.

Contributing to fraud reviews and supporting controls that help prevent fraud.

Why you'll love it here

Bonus

15%

Brand discounts

Up to 60% off Premier inn hotel stays and 25% off Restaurant

Private Healthcare

Bupa

Perks at Work access

What you'll need

Good understanding of end‑to‑end financial processes.

Strong analytical skills with a structured, methodical approach to solving problems.

Highly organised, disciplined, and focused on delivering results.

Comfortable challenging others while maintaining positive professional relationships.

Strong presentation skills and confidence working with non‑finance stakeholders.

Broad commercial experience and an understanding of end‑to‑end business processes.

Understanding of finance systems.

Knowledge of control frameworks such as COSO

Currently studying towards a finance qualification (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA).