Financial Controller

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to lead strategic finance initiatives within a values-driven charitable organisation. This rewarding role offers senior influence and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. The successful candidate will oversee financial planning, manage audits, and ensure compliance with charity accounting standards. With a focus on inclusion and support, this role promises a genuine work-life balance and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the local community.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Non-contributory pension scheme

Wellbeing support including EAP

Eye care support

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Genuine work-life balance

Qualifications

• Recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong experience in management accounting and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of monthly management accounts and oversee budget reviews.
• Deliver timely statutory accounts and manage annual audits.

Skills

Management Accounting

Budgeting

Statutory Accounts Preparation

Audit Management

Charity Accounting

Team Leadership

ERP Systems

Emotional Intelligence

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

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• Lead on strategic finance for a purpose-driven organisation
• Enjoy a broad and rewarding role with senior influence

About Our Client

Our client is a values-led charitable organisation with deep roots in the local community, overseeing a wide network of operations that support both heritage and mission-led activities. With a team of around 50 staff, they deliver services across finance, property, governance, and safeguarding. The organisation is known for its culture of inclusion, support, and strong community purpose.

Job Description

• Lead the production of monthly management accounts and oversee budget holder reviews
• Deliver timely and accurate statutory accounts and annual audit coordination
• Own the financial planning process including the organisation's annual budget
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate internal financial controls and procedures
• Work with leadership to support financial strategy, change management and process improvement
• Provide financial insight to operational leaders and guide key decision-making
• Support parishes and external stakeholders with financial and reporting guidance
• Deputise for the Director of Finance when required and lead the finance team (including two Finance Managers)

The Successful Applicant

The successful Financial Controller will have:

• A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong management accounting and budgeting experience
• Hands-on experience producing year-end statutory accounts and managing audits
• A solid understanding of charity accounting and the Charities SORP
• Experience leading teams and working with ERP systems
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders
• An understanding or willingness to engage with the mission and values of the organisation

What's on Offer

• Salary: Up to £62,000 per annum
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Non-contributory pension scheme (8.5% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing support including EAP, eye care, and flexible working
• Training and development opportunities, and genuine work-life balance