The Role
Are you a strategic, forward‑thinking finance professional ready to make an impact in a purpose‑driven organisation?
Rothamsted Research is seeking an exceptional Financial Controller to manage our finance and procurement services and help shape the future of our organisation.
This is an influential role within a collaborative environment, offering you the opportunity to support world‑class scientific research.
About You
You'll be a confident leader with deep technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You will thrive in an environment where accuracy, partnership, and continuous improvement are valued.
Do you have expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, modelling, and long‑term strategy?
Do you have a strong understanding of governance, financial controls, audit, risk, and statutory reporting requirements?
Are you able to influence, negotiate, and collaborate at senior levels internally and externally?
Can you demonstrate leadership experience in finance and procurement environments, with a focus on continuous improvement and talent development?
Our ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to Rothamsted's mission and values and will actively champion our philosophy of inclusivity, collaboration, integrity and respect.
Key Responsibilities Include
Deliver high‑quality financial and management accounting services
Prepare draft financial statements and supporting schedules
Oversee fixed asset accounting and capital grant claims
Manage VAT processes and quarterly returns
Check and posting payroll journals
Manage sales invoicing and credit control
Oversee purchase invoice processing and supplier payments
Complete bank reconciliations and ensuring accurate month‑end close
Produce timely, insightful management accounts
Lead the annual budgeting process
Ensure financial processes, controls, and procedures follow best practice
Support cross‑functional workstreams and organisational initiatives
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world class agricultural science. Our commitment to learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion and flexibility in working arrangements creates a positive work life balance and enables a welcoming environment for all prospective employees.
As a Disability Confident Employer we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and all disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If this is required, please contact us. Applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion or age are welcomed, providing the required criteria is met.
We have an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and an attractive campus offering cultural and recreational activities.