Financial Controller

About the Business

An opportunity to be a Financial Controller for a well-established technology charity based in Birmingham City Centre. The organisation offers hybrid, flexible working with two days in the office, alongside a supportive environment where people genuinely enjoy working together. This role gives you the chance to manage and develop a team while playing a key role in the finance function, helping to shape processes and support the continued growth of a great, purpose-led organisation.

Main Duties:

As a Financial Controller, your main duties include:

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory accounts, and regulatory returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with charity accounting standards, financial regulations, and relevant legislation.
• Maintain and improve financial systems, processes, and internal controls.
• Oversee VAT and corporation tax returns where applicable.
• Support partner organisations or associated projects with financial services where required.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting, including the use of new systems, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Maintain and update the chart of accounts to reflect organisational and funding needs.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting to ensure effective financial management.
• Lead and develop members of the finance team, setting objectives and supporting professional development.
• Manage the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Work with budget holders across the organisation to provide clear financial guidance and support informed decision-making.

Location / Office / Culture

The role offers hybrid working with two days in the office, based in Birmingham City Centre. The organisation operates with a collaborative and welcoming team, where finance plays a key role in supporting the wider technology-focused charity. The charity promotes flexible working patterns and a supportive culture, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact while developing your leadership experience within a growing, purpose-driven organisation.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified
• Strong understanding of Charity SORP and FRS102
• Solid technical knowledge of accounting standards, compliance, and regulatory obligations.

• Proven ability to lead, support, and motivate finance teams while promoting an inclusive and collaborative working environment.

Why Join the business

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Supportive and collaborative culture within a mission-driven technology charity
• Opportunity to lead and develop a finance team
• Modern Birmingham City Centre office location with great transport links

About Us

We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.

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