UK Financial Controller
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
Merthyr Tydfil (with hybrid working and Cardiff office access)
Up to £65,000 Plus benefits DOE
About the Role
Môrwell Talent Solutions are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded not-for-profit organisation to recruit a UK Financial Controller. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation in its early stages, with ambitious plans for expansion across the UK.
The Financial Controller will report directly to the Head of Operations & Finance in the UK, with a dotted line to the Group CFO. You will manage a finance team of five and play a pivotal role in leading the UK finance function through a period of transformation, system upgrades, and process improvements.
This role offers significant scope for growth, including the potential to step into a Group FD role for the UK arm of the business for the right candidate. You will also interact with global stakeholders, making this an excellent opportunity for a confident, people-focused finance leader.
Key Responsibilities include:
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and manage all UK finance staff, setting clear objectives and performance standards
Develop team capability and support succession planning
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
Act as the first point of escalation for operational finance matters
Financial Control & Reporting
Full ownership of the monthly close process across all UK entities
Prepare consolidated management accounts and board-ready reporting packs
Ensure integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations
Lead audit preparation and manage external audit processes
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
Lead the annual budget process and ongoing forecasts
Prepare clear, board-ready financial analysis, highlighting risks and variances
Translate operational plans into reliable financial forecasts
Support tender submissions with financial budgets and analysis
Compliance & Governance
Oversee statutory accounts under UK GAAP and liaise with external accountants
Ensure compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, and filing obligations
Maintain internal controls, documentation, and audit trails
Cash Flow & Risk Management
Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity
Identify and escalate financial risks proactively
Ensure all compliance and reporting requirements are met
Systems & Process Improvement
Standardise finance processes across the UK business
Drive efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in reporting
Support system upgrades, process enhancements, and integration of acquisitions
Qualifications & Technical Expertise:
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and Companies Act requirements
Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits
Knowledge of multi-entity xkybehq environments and financial controls
Leadership & Management:
Proven experience leading finance teams and managing month-end and reporting cycles
Strong process improvement and discipline skills
Confident, collaborative, and capable of earning respect across senior leadership
Sector Experience (desirable):
Education, training, government-funded, or charitable organisations
Charities SORP and Charity Commission reporting experience
Personal Attributes:
High integrity, professional standards, and accountability
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Calm under pressure with confident communication skills
Benefits
37.5 hours per week, hybrid working after probation and settling-in period
Private medical cover for family, life assurance, 5% matched pension
25 days holiday + birthday + 8 bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years
Salary sacrifice scheme for electric or hybrid cars available post-probation