Financial Controller

About Us:

Gold Care Homes is a well-established national independent Care Homes group for the elderly. Gold Care Homes was established in 1999 and has since grown to operate 43 care homes across the South of England. The group offers a range of services which includes residential, nursing, frail elderly and dementia care.

We are seeking a skilled Financial Controller to support our team on a full time permanent basis.

Job Summary:The Financial Controller will oversee and manage all financial operations across the organisation's care homes, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial governance, and compliance with statutory and sector-specific requirements. This role will support senior management in strategic decision-making through financial insight and analysis, while leading and developing a high-performing finance team.

Key Accountabilities:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll oversight, and resident funds management.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures.
• Consolidate financial reports across multiple care home sites.
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and reforecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to support business growth.
• Ensure all care home sites comply with financial budgets, monthly occupancy budget, strict payroll controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure smooth year-end processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records for resident monies, including reconciliations and safeguarding.
• Liaise with local authorities, funding bodies, and suppliers regarding payments, invoices, and contracts.
• Work closely with HR and Payroll teams to ensure accuracy of pay and employee-related financial matters.
• Partner with operations and care home managers to provide financial guidance and decision-making support.
• Supervise and mentor finance staff, ensuring high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide training and support to care home managers on financial processes.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the finance team.

Tasks and responsibilities within your area of capability may vary occasionally depending upon the needs of the business. You may be asked to undertake a variation of your normal routine to meet these needs. Your enthusiasm and flexibility will be appreciated.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent or final stages of qualification).
• Minimum 3+ years' experience in a senior finance role.
• Experience in the care home sector, healthcare, or similar regulated environment is highly desirable.
• Strong track record of financial control, compliance, and reporting in a multi-site business.

Benefits:

• Salary £50,000
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perkbox
• Employee of the Month
• Long term service awards
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Development
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