Interim Financial Controller

Michael Page; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25–30 days annual leave + BH

Pension contributions (up to 9%)

Life Assurance

Counselling service

Volunteering day off

Free parking

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting an Interim Financial Controller in the Crawley area to oversee a 6-month assignment. The role requires strong financial controls, budgeting and forecasting capabilities to support the Finance Director and Trustees.

The successful candidate will manage the Finance Team, engage with external partners and contribute to not-for-profit financial governance. Hybrid working and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or ACA with accounting/finance credentials.
• Experience in financial reporting and budget management.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and internal controls.
• Proficient in financial systems and accounting software.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience in not-for-profit sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with stakeholders and support the Finance Director, SMT and Trustees.
• Lead the Finance Team to deliver a first-class service to all stakeholders.
• Support budgets and forecasts with robust analysis for decision making.
• Ensure timely production of management accounts and cashflow reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Not-for-profit sector experience

Stakeholder engagement

Team management

Education

ACCA

CIMA

ACA

Tools

Accounting software

Financial systems

Job description

This post is offered on a 6-month interim basis, working 37.5 hours per week. Our full-time hours are 37.5 hours per week, worked 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday.

Client Details

Local respected charity providing specialist hospice care alongside statutory service partners (GPs, District nursing etc) across West Sussex and East Surrey.

Description

The Financial Controller will be responsible for building strong relationships, providing robust and accurate financial forecasting and budgeting data with appropriate analysis to support the Finance Director, Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees in decision making processes and assurance of future sustainability.

The Interim Financial Controller role will bring:

• Managing and developing the Finance Team delivering a first-class service to all stakeholders
• Building strong relationships with external stakeholders
• Supporting the Director of Finance & IT in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing analysis as required
• Responsible for the production of accurate and timely management accounts and cashflow

Profile

A successful Interim Financial Controller should have:

• Relevant qualifications in accounting or finance (such as ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• Experience in financial reporting and budget management.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and internal controls.
• Proficiency in financial systems and software.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to work effectively within the not-for-profit sector.

Job Offer

• Salary between £60,000 and £65,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Fixed-term contract with competitive benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause in the Crawley area.
• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays, and an opportunity to buy / sell annual leave days. Plus, we offer a day off for volunteering & moving house.
• Generous Pension scheme with up to 9% employer contributions or honour of NHS pension.
• Life Assurance Scheme, Counselling Offering, and a range of discounts.
• Enhanced maternity and adoption pay.
• Hybrid working
• Free parking

As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.