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Financial Controller

Accountable Recruitment
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Widnes, Cheshire WA8, England

Salary

£50,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Financial Controller is available as a maternity cover for a leading UK-based charity, requiring a contract of 15-18 months.
  • The role demands significant experience in financial management, audit, and statutory reporting, ideally with a background in the charitable sector.
  • Candidates must be ACA/ACCA qualified and possess strong project management skills, particularly in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) accounting.
  • The role offers a hybrid working environment, requiring one day a week in the office, and focuses on ensuring financial transparency and compliance.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the position is pivotal for the charity's long-term financial strategy.

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.

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