Financial Controller

Reed; Oakham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization in East Leicestershire is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial control and provide strategic insights. This role requires a Qualified Chartered Accountant with proven experience in financial reporting and compliance. Responsibilities include budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and leading financial systems upgrades. The position offers a salary between £70,000 - £80,000, a defined contribution pension scheme, generous holidays, and various employee perks, making it an attractive opportunity for seasoned professionals.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension scheme - matched by 2 up to 10%

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare scheme

Free sport centre membership

Free lunches

Discounts scheme

Cycle to work scheme

School fee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior-level financial control and reporting.
• Partial VAT experience is essential.
• Exposure to Charity SORP is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial control, ensuring accuracy and security.
• Lead annual budgeting and provide guidance to budget holders.
• Deliver timely cash flow projections for strategic decisions.
• Review statutory accounts for regulatory compliance.
• Manage payroll and benefits across multiple entities.
• Play a key role in strategic projects and process improvements.

Skills

Financial control

Budgeting

Cash flow forecasting

Compliance

IT and systems development

Leadership

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Job description

Financial Controller - Private Education

£70,000 - 80,000 per annum

East Leicestershire

Are you ready to take the reins of an establishedfinance function and make a real impact?

Want to make real transformative change in an organisation?

Reed have been retained by an established heritage rich organisation, this is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to join a forward-thinking organisation withambitious growth & transformative plans.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you’ll be the cornerstone of financial control and strategic insight. You’ll lead on budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and compliance, ensuring robust systems and processes that support operational excellence. From statutory accounts and regulatory returns to modernising financial systems, your expertise will drive efficiency and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all aspects of financial control, ensuring accuracy and security across systems and processes.
• Lead annual budgeting and provide clear guidance to budget holders.
• Deliver timely cash flow projections and management information to support strategic decisions.
• Review statutory accounts and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage payroll and benefits across multiple entities.
• Play a key role in strategic projects, system upgrades, and process improvements.

What We’re Looking For

• A Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Proven experience in senior-level financial control and reporting.
• Partial VAT experience is essential.
• Exposure to Charity SORP is highly desirable.
• Strong IT and systems development skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in a complex, collegiate environment.

And what do you get?

• Defined contribution pension scheme - matched by 2 up to 10%
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Healthcare scheme
• Free sport centre membership
• Free lunch's
• Discounts scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• School fee's discounts

If you’re ready to take on a role that combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership, then APPLY NOW! Alternatively call Sam @ Reed Coventry for more information.