Financial Controller

Michael Page (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Reading is seeking a Financial Controller/Head of Finance on a temporary contract. This role involves overseeing financial operations, preparing forecasts, and ensuring compliance with audit and tax functions. The position offers an attractive daily rate and the chance to make a significant impact in the not-for-profit sector.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Opportunity to make a tangible difference

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller/Head of Finance/Finance Director.
• Previous experience in the not-for-profit industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and direct corporate financial planning.
• Prepare financial forecasts for internal management and external parties.
• Engage in ongoing cost reduction analyses across all areas.

Skills

Financial Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Degree Educated

Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job description

Temporary Contract Available in Reading for an Amazing Charity

• Qualified Accountant, Head of Finance, Charity experience

About Our Client

Our client is a well-regarded not-for-profit organisation in Reading. Boasting a small-sized, collaborative team, this organisation is committed to serving the local community.

Job Description

1. Oversee all financial operations and direct corporate financial planning and structure.
2. Coordinate, analyse, and report the financial performance to management and the board of directors (financial performance, projections, and other special projects as required).
3. Prepare short and long-term financial forecasts of financial performance for use with internal management and external parties.
4. Oversee audit and tax functions, coordinate activities with external audit firms, and review firms' performance.
5. Develop, implement, and maintain accounting and administrative policies and procedures for activities including financial accounting, reporting, employee relations, and other corporate policies.
6. Engage in ongoing cost reduction analyses across all areas of the company.
7. Interpret the company's financial results to management and recommend improvement activities.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Controller/Head of Finance should have:

• Degree Educated
• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
• Previous experience in the not-for-profit industry
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller/Head of Finance/Finance Director
• Hands-on approach to finance
• Live local to Reading, Berkshire
• UK Right to Work

What's on Offer

• An attractive daily rate / approx. salary £60,000
• A temporary contract with potential for extension
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• The opportunity to make a tangible difference in a prestigious charity

If you are passionate about the not-for-profit industry and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for the role of Financial Controller / Head of Finance.