Location: Central London, hybrid (2 days per week in office)
Contract: Temporary, initial 3-month contract
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £43.63 per hour plus holiday (FTE £79,617 per year)
Start Date: ASAP
We are supporting a values-led organisation with the appointment of a Financial Controller to play a key role within a complex and impactful finance function. This position sits at the heart of financial reporting and oversight, with a strong focus on consolidated reporting within a charity environment.
This is a senior role responsible for ensuring robust financial control, high-quality statutory reporting, and effective management of multi-entity and multi-currency accounts.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the preparation of consolidated group accounts across multiple entities
* Oversee multi-currency accounting and ensure accuracy across international operations
* Prepare year-end statutory accounts in line with Charity SORP (FRS 102)
* Act as a key contact for the audit process, including responding to audit queries
* Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards
* Provide clear and accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders
* Support the wider finance function with technical expertise and oversight
Skills and Experience Required
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Strong experience preparing consolidated accounts
* Proven experience working with multi-currency accounting
* In-depth knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS 102)
* Experience preparing year-end accounts and managing audit processes
* Confident self-starter, able to work independently and take ownership
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly
* Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail
Desirable Experience
* Experience using IRIS accounting software
* Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so if this role interests you, please apply ASAP by submitting your CV in Word format.
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