Financial Controller - 12 Month FTC
Posted 5 days 23 hours ago by Wilkinson & Associates Ltd
You will play a key role in ensuring the charity's financial sustainability, transparency, and compliance. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll lead a small team in delivering accurate financial reporting, effective controls, and insightful analysis that supports strategic decision-making. This role offers the chance to apply your technical expertise and leadership skills within an organisation driven by purpose and values.
Key Responsibilities- Lead on financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and year-end audit processes.
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations including payroll, accounting, and financial controls.
- Manage statutory accounts for the charity and its subsidiary in accordance with OSCR and SORP standards.
- Provide strategic financial insight to the senior leadership team and trustees.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice financial governance.
- Oversee the financial management of grants and funding streams.
- Identify and manage financial risk, supporting ethical and sustainable financial practices.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and improvement.
- Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Proven senior-level finance experience, within the charity or not-for-profit sector is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of financial management, FRS 102, and charity SORP is desirable.
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to present complex financial information to non-financial colleagues.
- Experience managing audits and external reporting requirements.
- Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency.
- A values-driven approach and commitment to ethical practice.
- Competitive salary and pension contribution.
- 33 days annual leave (inc public holidays).
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
- Comprehensive benefits package following probation.
- Opportunities for professional development and learning.
This is an excellent chance to make a tangible impact by supporting the financial resilience of a well-respected Scottish charity. You'll join a motivated and compassionate team working towards meaningful social outcomes while gaining exposure to governance and strategic decision-making at board level.
To learn more or apply, please contact Andrea Green at for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we'll be in touch.