Financial Controller

Michael Page (UK); Woking; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit governing body in Surrey is seeking a Financial Controller on a 6-month contract. Responsibilities include managing financial reporting, leading budgeting, and overseeing cash flow. The ideal candidate has ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications and experience in financial roles. A competitive salary of up to £60,000 is offered, along with a supportive work environment and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive workplace

Qualifications

• Proven success in Financial Controller or senior finance roles.
• Strong understanding of audit compliance and finance policies.
• Able to lead and mentor in cross-functional finance environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain performance dashboards across finance and operations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and produce robust variance analysis.
• Oversee cash forecasting and covenant monitoring.
• Manage and mentor the Commercial Management Accountant.

Skills

Dashboard reporting

Stakeholder communication

Excel proficiency

Accounting standards knowledge

Proficiency in Xero

Power BI proficiency

Ability to implement changes

Mentoring skills

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA

Tools

Xero

Power BI

Job description

• Financial Controller required for Surrey based governing body
• 6 month Fixed tern contract - ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

About Our Client

I am pleased to be partnering with a leading Surrey based non profit governing body who are looking to recruit a Financial Controller on an initial 6 month basis.

Job Description

1. Management Information & Reporting

o Develop and maintain performance dashboards across finance and operational units for businesses

o Integrate rolling forecasts, cash flows, liquidity analysis, and KPI trackers into monthly reports.

o Automate MI workflows for speed, accuracy, and auditability

o Deliver strategic insights with layered commentary for executive and board stakeholders

2. Financial Planning & Control

o Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly variance analysis across departments and budget holders

o Align strategic plans with financial forecasts and working capital requirements

o Produce robust variance analysis

o Coordinate reforecasting cycles based on scenarios and business events

3. Centralised Procurement

o Lead the design and oversight of procurement systems and policies across entities

o Standardise spend thresholds, approval matrices, vendor selection, and payment terms

o Collaborate with legal, ops, and compliance teams to embed commercial safeguards and mitigate procurement risk

4. Treasury & Cashflow

o Oversee cash forecasting and covenant monitoring

o Embed treasury controls in procurement, contracting, and payment processes

5. Strategic Finance Support

o Provide financial support to the CFO on all project and investment appraisals

o Collaborate with commercial and legal teams

o Prepare financial analysis to support decision-making

o Oversee commercial reporting, margin analysis, and performance reviews

o Align financial oversight with pricing logic and contract economics

o Elevate insight generation and stakeholder engagement

6. Finance Projects

o Scope and deliver finance-led transformation projects including systems upgrades, automation, and compliance change

7. Finance Policies & Manuals

o Develop and maintain full set of finance policies

o Document standard operating procedures with controls and workflows

o Maintain version control and compliance alignment across finance

o Audit policies for effectiveness and regulatory readiness

8. Xero System & Reporting Enhancements

o Create custom reports in Xero and commentary tools for finance and BUs

o Build board-ready management reports with KPI visuals and variance analysis

o Segment data across projects and departments using tracking categories

o Ensure style and structure meet stakeholder clarity and audit standards

9. Finance Leadership

o Manage and mentor the Commercial Management Accountant

o Provide cover for transactional reporting

10. Internal Controls & Compliance

o Maintain a live finance risk register capturing mitigation and escalation triggers

o Link risks to documented procedures and control environments

o Escalate finance-related governance or compliance issues as appropriate

11. Board Reporting & Governance

o Produce MI packs including:

§ Executive Summary

§ Financial Dashboard

§ KPI Tracker with Commentary

§ Finance Risk Register

The Successful Applicant

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA (desirable)
• Proven success in Financial Controller or senior finance roles
• Expertise in dashboard reporting, financial/MI reporting and stakeholder communication
• High level of proficiency in Excel, systems and processes
• Proficiency in Xero (desirable), Power BI ( desirable); ERP system knowledge
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, audit compliance, and finance policies

• Able to implement changes quickly and effectively
• Confident communicator and effective business partner across teams
• Proactive, ambitious, and committed to continual improvement
• Capable of leading and mentoring in cross-functional finance environments

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum, based on experience.
• Access to company benefits and professional development opportunities.
• A fixed-term contract offering stability and growth potential.
• A supportive and professional work environment and hybrid working

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Financial Controller in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry, we encourage you to apply today!