Financial Controller

Robertson Bell; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity is seeking a Financial Controller to lead a team of Financial Accountants and oversee statutory reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in financial accounting and team management. This role offers the chance to influence financial processes and explore automation opportunities within a supportive hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Supportive culture focusing on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant certifications.
• Proven experience managing a small finance team is essential.
• Strong expertise in statutory reporting and financial accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of Financial Accountants and Finance Officers.
• Lead the production of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure accurate VAT reporting and support tax compliance.
• Implement changes from the updated SORP and enhance accounting processes.

Skills

Technical expertise in financial accounting

Team management

Excellent communication skills

Experience with statutory reporting

Ability to influence effectively

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Join a nationally recognised organisation making a tangible difference to the lives of people across the UK. In this Financial Controller role, you’ll lead a capable Financial Accounting team, take ownership of statutory reporting and audit, and play a key role in shaping future-facing finance processes – including the opportunity to explore the use of automation.

This is your opportunity to combine strong technical expertise with people leadership, ensuring financial integrity while supporting innovation and change across a respected, mission-driven charity.

What you’ll gain:

Ownership and influence – lead a well-resourced Financial Accounting team, responsible for balance sheet integrity, audit delivery, and statutory accounts.

Strategic input – help modernise financial processes, refresh the cost allocation model, and influence how technology and AI can enhance reporting.

Professional challenge – take on complex, hands-on work including implementing the updated SORP and supporting a major structural refresh.

Collaboration and visibility – work closely with senior finance leaders, external auditors, and colleagues across the charity.

Flexibility and balance – hybrid working, with a supportive culture that values wellbeing and impact.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and develop a team of Financial Accountants and Finance Officers, ensuring high standards across all outputs.
• Lead the production of statutory accounts and act as the key contact for external auditors.
• Review and oversee balance sheet reconciliations, cashflow forecasts, and financial controls.
• Ensure accurate VAT reporting and support on wider tax compliance.
• Implement changes arising from the updated SORP and drive improvements in accounting policies and processes.
• Refresh the cost allocation model and ensure alignment with the charity’s new structure.
• Lead and support process improvements, including exploring opportunities to leverage AI and automation.
• Provide technical guidance and review to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

What you’ll need:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience managing a small finance team.
• Strong technical expertise in financial accounting, statutory reporting, and year-end processes.
• Confidence working with auditors and managing external relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to challenge, support and influence effectively.
• Charity or not-for-profit experience is desirable but not essential; audit-trained candidates with team management experience are also encouraged to apply.

Ready to lead, improve, and influence?

Apply now to take ownership of financial reporting, lead a talented team, and play a key role in strengthening financial governance for a respected national charity.