Financial Controller - Redditch
Financial Controller
The Financial Controller is a senior leadership position responsible for leading the operational finance team, managing the financial operations within the organisation and ensuring the integrity, accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting.
You will have demonstrable skills, leading a team to ensure the provision and continuous improvement of our clints financial services to the College family of Schools, whilst ensuring effective and supportive relationships with colleagues.
You will be accountable for:
- Managing day-to-day operations of the finance department including fees, purchase ledger, payroll, treasury management and VAT returns.
- Responsible for day to day internal controls and financial processes (including month end) ensuring efficiency, accuracy and compliance.
- Responsible for financial reporting, managing the external audit and compliance with accounting standards.
You'll have:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA or equivalent qualification.
- Significant experience in financial control or financial management, ideally within the education, charity or non-profit sector.
- Strong knowledge of relevant financial regulations and reporting (e.g., Charities SORP, VAT, gift aid).
- Experience with financial systems and financial reporting tools (including advance proficiency in Excel).
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead a team effectively.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- A collaborative mindset with a commitment to transparency, integrity and accountability.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
You'll get:
They offer an exciting range of benefits and opportunities for growth.They are regarded as one of the most stunning schools in the UK and they believe the opportunities are just as enticing as the landscape.
Their Operational colleagues work alongside their Academic team in order to provide the best educational experience they can for their pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to join the College team who live, breathe and role model qualities.
To apply:
Applications should be submitted no later than 14 February 2025. Interviews will take place on 24/25 February. They reserve the right to close this vacancy early and therefore applicants are encouraged to apply sooner.This post involves minimal contact with children and the post holder will not be responsible for children. The post holder will be considered to be in regulated activity.
The College exists to provide a quality all round education for pupils aged 13 – 18 and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates must be prepared to undergo child protection screening and an Enhanced DBS check.
You will be required to provide proof of your identity, right to work in the UK and qualifications during the selection process. They will seek references on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview.An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates
Location: MalvernContract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours
Salary: Competitive
You may also have experience in the following: Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Management Accountant, CIMA, ACCA, Operations Manager, General Manager, Commercial Management, Operations Management, Accounts Payable, Credit control, Payroll, Sales ledger, Accounts Receivable, Senior Credit Controller, Billing Analyst, Credit Control Manager etc
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