Financial Controller

Active Prospects; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Reigate is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial performance, compliance, and reporting. This senior position involves managing a finance team, ensuring budget accuracy, and driving strategic initiatives. Candidates should have experience in financial management and possess strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary and a flexible working arrangement.

Benefits

Flexible working

Modern Head Office

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial management within complex organizations.
• Ability to lead and manage a finance team effectively.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of income and expenditure reporting.
• Lead financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Oversee statutory accounts and compliance.
• Drive process improvements and digital transformation.

Skills

Financial reporting

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Compliance knowledge

Job description

Financial Controller - Salary £64,426

Hybrid Wokring - Based in Reigate - 2 days a week work from home

Do you have proven experience of working in a complex, multi-department or multi-site organisation?

Can you lead change, influence strategy, and bring insight to a growing organisation?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift, and no two days are the same?

Would you like to work for an organisation making a real difference to the lives of over 200 people?

About the Role

We are recruiting a Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in our expanding organisation. This is a senior position, accountable to the Director of Finance and Resources, with responsibility for driving financial performance and ensuring compliance across all finance functions.

• Part of a collaborative finance team of 7.
• Direct line management of two Senior Accountants and oversight of the Finance Manager
• Organisation turnover of £20 million across multiple sites and departments
• Strategic ownership of financial planning, reporting, and risk management

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of income and expenditure reporting and ensure robust budget monitoring
• Lead financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis to inform decisionmaking
• Oversee statutory accounts, audits, and compliance with all relevant regulations
• Drive process and system improvements, including digital transformation initiatives
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, influencing financial understanding across the organisation
• Manage and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
• Support investment appraisals, treasury functions, and grant management
• Contribute to organisational development through leadership of strategic projects

Benefits

• Flexible working, including up to two days per week working from home
• Modern Head Office in central Reigate
• Salary £64,426

If this role is of interest, please apply today directly or contact our recruitmnent team at [e-mail] who will be able to support with any queries you may have!