Job Description
Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover).
The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands-on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems.
2. Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year-end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations.
3. Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed.
4. Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy.
5. Manage and ...