Financial Controller

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Witchford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A religious organization in the UK is seeking a Diocesan Financial Controller responsible for managing finances and producing financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a professional accounting qualification and experience with charities. This role requires strong communication and management skills, contributing to financial objectives aligned with the organization's mission.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification required.
• Experience in accounting for complex charities is preferred.
• Strong prioritisation and staff management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the finance team in day-to-day operations.
• Produce regular management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage cashflow and prepare annual budgets.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Staff management

Financial management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

The Diocese of Ely, founded in 1109, spans much of Cambridgeshire, along with parts of Norfolk, Bedfordshire, and Essex, with the iconic Ely Cathedral at its heart. We are seeking a highly capable Diocesan Financial Controller. The Diocesan Financial Controller has overall responsibility for managing the finances of the Ely Diocesan Board of Finance (EDBF), reporting directly to the Diocesan Secretary and the Chair of the Finance Committee.

Responsibilities

• Manage the finance team in day-to-day operations.
• Produce regular management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage cashflow, prepare annual budgets, cashflows and forecasts.
• Liaise with auditors and prepare the year-end documentation for the auditors.
• Contribute to the evaluation of the Diocese's financial objectives in line with the strategy, vision, and missional goals.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience of accounting for complex charities and knowledge of accounting for endowment funds and investments (preferred).
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills at all levels.
• Staff management experience and a strong ability to prioritise.

How to discuss the role

This is a unique opportunity to bring your expertise to a role that can inspire, change, and shape the future of communities. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Mark Wishart at Pure.