Financial Controller

This is a senior leadership role responsible for the financial stewardship, reporting, and planning of the organisation. You will act as a deputy to the Director of Finance, lead the finance team, and drive improvements in financial processes and controls.

Client Details

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.

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)

Profile

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

Job Offer

• Salary: Up to £62,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 Christmas days + birthday leave
• 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