Job Description

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

Financial Compliance Analyst

Please note that candidates must have the pre-existing (permanent) legal right to work in the country at the time of application. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance may not be provided.

Role Purpose

• Undertakes financial compliance activities for multiple business units or geographical areas of the British Council.

• Contributes to ensuring the overall financial internal control environment is fit for purpose and effective in mitigating risks to an acceptable level.

• Contributes to improving financial compliance levels across the organisation and embedding a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

• Provides financial risk and compliance subject matter expertise, strong data analysis skills, financial controls testing and/or audit expertise and a good understanding of processes and systems.

Role Context

• These roles were created as part of the transformation of the global finance team, aligning financial support to strategic business units.

• This is a second line of defence role within the finance function, linking first line financial control activities with third line internal audit functions.

• The role is accountable for testing and monitoring financial compliance, addressing non-compliance and providing assurance on the financial control environment.

• Works collaboratively with business stakeholders, Managed Service Providers and compliance functions to share expertise, support global standards and drive continuous improvement.

Main accountabilities

Financial Management

• Review, challenge and retest first line and Managed Service Provider assessments of Minimum Control Standards and report testing outcomes.

• Produce and develop reports providing clear financial compliance insights to senior stakeholders.

• Carry out second line controls testing and ensure remediation actions are implemented where required.

• Support implementation of recommendations arising from audits, investigations and other assurance reviews.

• Provide advice on financial risk, controls and compliance and support increased awareness of financial risk management.

• Support monitoring of high-risk areas including travel and expenses, delegated authorities, segregation of duties, debt management, gifts and hospitality and conflicts of interest.

Relationship and Stakeholder Management

• Support the wider financial controls and compliance team in identifying and managing emerging risks.

• Provide advice on controls and compliance matters to finance teams and business stakeholders.

• Develop effective relationships with Managed Service Providers and hold them accountable for controls and remediation activities.

• Act as a role model for compliance and contribute to educating the business on first, second and third line responsibilities.

Service Improvement

• Contribute to projects that improve the financial control environment, including automation initiatives and implementation of new technologies.

• Share best practice and learning across finance and compliance communities.

Role specific knowledge and experience:

Minimum / Essential Requirements

• Financial controls testing and/or audit experience.

• Broad-based finance experience.

• ERP experience and knowledge.

• Understanding of financial accounting standards.

• Understanding of financial control, compliance and assurance frameworks.

• Experience analysing and improving financial processes and controls.

• Degree in Accounting or a related discipline and/or part-qualified Chartered Accountant.

British Council Payband 6

Contract Type India, Noida

Location Indefinite Contract

Salary Range:

Closing Date: 8th June 2026, 19:29 UK time/ 23:59 IST time

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org