UK
If you are looking for a route into front office support in investment banking and trading environments, then a Product Controller role may be for you. These roles ensure accurate P&L reporting, risk control, and valuation of complex financial products and can be ideal for more technically minded ACA graduates.
Product Control is a niche but in-demand area that requires a high degree of technical accuracy and a strong analytical mindset. Roles are usually based in investment banks and trading houses.
Typical salary for newly qualified product controllers.
Strong Excel and systems (e.g. VBA, SQL)
Understanding of financial products (derivatives, FX, etc.)
Communication skills to manage front-office relationships
Attention to detail
Product Controller roles in Industry & Commerce offer ACA-qualified professionals the opportunity to support commercial decision-making through product profitability analysis, cost allocation, and performance tracking. These positions bridge finance and operations in manufacturing, technology, and consumer goods companies.
While traditionally associated with financial services, Product Controller roles are emerging in commercial sectors where complex product portfolios require specialised financial oversight and analysis.
Typical salary for newly qualified product controllers in commercial sectors.
Include technology companies, manufacturing businesses with diverse product lines, and consumer goods firms.
As businesses focus on granular product-level profitability and performance metrics.
Strong cost accounting knowledge
Experience with product lifecycle analysis
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
Understanding of manufacturing or technology product development processes
Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
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Financial accounting roles, including Group Accountants and Financial Reporting Accountants, are a key entry point for ACA-qualified professionals moving into Financial Services.
