Financial Controller — Lead Charity Finance and Controls

Teach First; England; Remote; GBP 58,690; Full time

Job summary

A charity focused on education is seeking a Financial Controller to manage and report on finances. You will lead the financial operations team and provide advice on accounting and statutory reporting. The role requires a qualified accountant with experience in finance team development and process improvement. This position offers a salary package of £58,690 plus possible London Weighting. This is an FTC role until February 2027, based in the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations and reporting standards.
• Demonstrable experience of leading an efficient finance close process.
• Strong understanding of finance controls and policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage, control, and report on the charity’s finances.
• Lead the team running financial operations and accounting processes.
• Provide leadership on technical accounting and financial reporting.

Skills

Qualified accountant (e.g., ACMA, CIPFA, ACCA or ACA)

Experience leading and developing a team

Implementing finance process improvements

Experience with finance risk management

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

A charity focused on education is seeking a Financial Controller to manage and report on finances. You will lead the financial operations team and provide advice on accounting and statutory reporting. The role requires a qualified accountant with experience in finance team development and process improvement. This position offers a salary package of £58,690 plus possible London Weighting. This is an FTC role until February 2027, based in the United Kingdom.