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Financial Controller - Maternity Cover
Location: North West (Hybrid - in Office 1 day/week)
Contract: Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (15-18 Months)
About Us:
A leading and innovative UK-based organisation is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join our Finance Team. This is a pivotal role within the charity, ensuring financial transparency, compliance, and effective controls in alignment with our Best Lives Possible strategy.
Job Summary:
This role focuses on managing statutory financial reporting, internal controls, and audits while overseeing financial compliance and supporting the charity's long-term goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee compliance with financial regulations and standards, acting as the technical finance lead.
- Lead the group's statutory accounts preparation and manage the external audit process.
- Ensure balance sheet integrity and oversee monthly balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
- Manage financial integrations arising from Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).
- Oversee submissions to HMRC, VAT, ONS, CQC, and Gift Aid.
- Lead the production of internal management accounts, working closely with Finance Business Partners.
- Coach, develop, and manage team members to meet performance and professional development goals.
Ideal Candidate:
- ACA/ACCA Qualified (Essential).
- Significant experience in financial management, audit, and statutory reporting.
- Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance, ideally within the charitable sector.
- Strong experience in M&A accounting, consolidation, and complex reporting in a group structure.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage audits and integrations effectively.
- Proficient communicator with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
When to Apply:
Interviews will take place as soon as possible, so please apply promptly to secure your opportunity.
