UK Financial Controller Merthyr Tydfil (with hybrid working and Cardiff office access) Up to £65,000 Plus benefits DOE About the Role Mrwell 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 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