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Financial Controller (Fixed Term – up to 12 months)
Salary: £60,000–£65,000 per annum
Location: Central Court, Orpington (Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 remote)
About Us:
MPFS is the UK Police Family Finance Specialist, proudly serving our members since 1893.
The Role:
We are seeking a qualified Financial Controller to support our CFO, manage an Accounts Assistant, and work with wider management to deliver robust financial accounting, control, and reporting across the Society.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee and support the Accounts Assistant, ensuring effective operation of accounting, banking, and financial control systems.
* Lead the year-end process, including financial statement preparation and coordination with external auditors.
* Provide monthly expense reporting and regular reviews with budget holders.
* Maintain up-to-date cashflow forecasts and ensure investments align with our strategy.
* Deliver timely monthly and quarterly management information (MI).
* Support the CFO with business partnering, annual planning, budgeting, and ad-hoc analysis.
Key Requirements:
* Qualified Chartered Accountant (or equivalent).
* Experience in retail insurance or investment businesses, with knowledge of UK/EU regulatory requirements.
* Strong practical knowledge of financial control, reporting, and management processes.
* Excellent communication and financial analysis skills.
* Experience managing or overseeing finance colleagues.
Our Values:
* Courtesy, respect, and professionalism.
* Integrity and honesty.
* Commitment to continual improvement.
* Putting members at the heart of everything we do.
Soft Skills:
* Highly organised, analytical, and disciplined.
* Able to work accurately under pressure and to strict deadlines.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and a strong team player.