Financial Controller

Goodman Masson; Epping Forest; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Financial Controller for The Scouts on a 12-month contract. You will oversee financial accounting operations, manage audits, and ensure compliance with statutory reporting. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of PQE, strong change management skills, and a passion for process improvements. The position offers a salary of up to £68,000 plus excellent benefits, and includes a hybrid working model with some office presence required.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

On-site parking

Regular shuttle bus service

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position.
• Experience working within a charity environment with charity SORP knowledge.
• Proven experience in statutory accounts production and audit management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations and drive efficiency.
• Lead the production of annual statutory accounts and manage year-end audits.
• Design and maintain an effective internal control framework.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Statutory Reporting

Internal Control

Audit Management

Charity SORP

Education

Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover).

The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands‑on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks.

It is essential that you have a strong working knowledge of Charity SORP and have led financial control teams within a similar sized organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day‑to‑day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems.
• Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year‑end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations.
• Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed.
• Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy.
• Manage and motivate the Financial Accounting Team and oversee the Payroll Operations Manager, ensuring an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and pensions service.
• Act as a key advisor to employees and trustees, specifically managing the fixed asset register and partnering on capital expenditure budgets.

Essentials

• A recognised, full Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• 5‑10 years' Post‑Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position with a demonstrable track record of success in managing complex financial operations.
• Experience working within a charity environment and strong knowledge of charity SORP.
• Proven experience in statutory accounts production, managing audits, implementing strong internal controls, and overseeing transactional teams.
• Strong change management skills and a passion for driving continuous process and system improvements.

Salary is up to £68,(Apply online only) + Excellent Benefits.

The Scouts are based in Gilwell Park, Chingford, London. Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office.

Nearest train station is Chingford Rail Station (25 minutes from Liverpool Street). A regular shuttle bus service operates from Chingford station to the Scouts Office (Gilwell Park). 5 minute journey time.

Ample on‑site parking also available.

Applications will be reviewed as and when they are received with interviews set up on a rolling basis. Please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered.