Interim Group Financial Controller

Morgan Law; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in London is urgently seeking an interim Group Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and compliance. The role involves preparing financial statements, leading audits, and managing the finance team. Candidates must be CCAB/CIMA qualified with experience in the not-for-profit sector.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified CCAB/CIMA accountant.
• Experience in a not for profit environment.
• Strong knowledge of charitable finance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Financial Statements and manage annual audits.
• Ensure compliance with Corporation Tax and VAT regulations.
• Develop and motivate the finance team.

Skills

Financial Statements Preparation

Management Accounts Preparation

Team Development

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Knowledge of SORP

Knowledge of Corporation Tax

Knowledge of VAT Regulations

Education

CCAB/CIMA Qualification

Job description

• Hybrid working in central London, 3 days a week on site

About the client
Morgan Law are seeking an interim Group Financial Controller for a Charity in the London area.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for the preparation of Financial Statements for audit and liaising with the charities Group Auditors to complete the annual audit to the agreed timetable
• Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of all Corporation Tax and VAT returns and ensuring that the charity is compliant with all relevant regulations
• Ensure the direction and priorities are identified, set and understood by all finance team members, and to take responsibility for the development and motivation of the team
• Prepare the management accounts for all the operations in line with the monthly accounting timetable
• Prepare and deliver the operational audit plan and timetable and conducting the Group Audit
• The post holder will be required to present relevant financial reports at Group Finance, Audit and Investment committees and subsidiary entity Board meetings
• Fully qualified CCAB/CIMA accountant
• Recent experience working in a not for profit environment
• Knowledge of business operations processes, in a voluntary sector environment
• Knowledge of SORP, charitable finance regulations and key strategic and funder finance reporting
• Knowledge of corporation tax and VAT regulations in a voluntary sector environment.
• Knowledge of Company Secretary regulations for a Registered Charity
• Knowledge and experience of mergers and acquisitions and managing financial Due Diligence
• Assertive and strong communication skills with excellent listening skills together with persuasive analytical skills

Campaign Timeline
This is an urgent post and is open until filled.

Equality & Diversity Statement
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