Financial Controller - Robertson Bell : Job Details

Want to work for a charity committed to delivering impactful healthcare and supporting medical research? Would you describe yourself as a proactive and dedicated Senior Financial Accountant who could lead a small team? Could you lead on technical accounting activities for a £25m income charity? Read on if so!

In this role the Financial Controller will be responsible for preparing year-end statutory accounts, managing the annual audit process, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory reporting requirements. You will report into the Director of Finance and lead a small team of two.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality annual accounts for the organisation, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Lead the annual audit process, managing relationships with external auditors and ensuring timely submission of required documentation.
• File annual accounts with regulatory bodies such as Companies House and relevant government bodies.
• Oversee all tax matters including VAT returns, PAYE, and Corporation Tax returns.
• Line manage the Assistant Financial Accountant (Sales Ledger, Bank, & Balance Sheet) and an Accounts Payable Officer.
• Collaborate effectively with the finance team and key stakeholders across the organization.
• Deputise for the Director of Finance when required.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in an organisation dedicated to healthcare and medical research. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment with two days of office working required from their central London office.

Key Requirements:

• CCAB qualified with experience in year-end audit and financial statement preparation.
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector or a complex financial environment.
• Strong IT skills including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and databases.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to personal development and continuous improvement.

Apply now as we are working to a tight turnaround on this opportunity!