Financial Controller
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a leading charitable housing association. This is a part-time role, offering flexible hybrid working and an attractive salary of £70,000 - 80,000 per annum. The successful candidate will be joining on a 12-month fixed term contract, leading a small finance team in providing bespoke accommodation solutions designed to meet the needs of vulnerable adults.
What you'll do:
As the Financial Controller, your primary responsibility will be to lead a small but dedicated finance team. You will oversee all financial processes, ensuring they are both efficient and effective. Your role will involve managing budgeting and forecasting activities, as well as ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards. Additionally, you will provide strategic financial guidance to support the organisation's goals.
- Lead a small finance team consisting of one finance manager and two accounting staff.
- Ensure financial processes are efficient and effective.
- Oversee the preparation of monthly financial reports.
- Manage budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Provide strategic financial guidance to support organisational goals.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for this Financial Controller position will bring proven experience from a similar role within the housing sector. You will have strong leadership skills, with previous experience managing a team. Your excellent knowledge of financial regulations and standards will be crucial in ensuring compliance. Your ability to manage budgeting and forecasting activities will be key in this role. Furthermore, your strong strategic thinking skills will enable you to provide valuable financial guidance. Excellent communication skills are also essential for liaising effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Proven experience in a similar role within the housing sector.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.
- Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
- Ability to manage budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to provide financial guidance.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation is renowned for its commitment to providing bespoke accommodation solutions designed to meet the needs of vulnerable adults. They offer an inclusive work environment where every member of the team is valued for their contribution. With less than 20 staff members, they maintain a close-knit community where everyone's voice is heard. Their flexible approach to work offers employees the perfect balance between professional growth and personal life.
What's next:
If you're ready for an exciting new challenge that combines leadership, strategy, and finance in a rewarding sector, don't hesitate!
Apply today by clicking on the link. We can't wait to hear from you!
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About the job

Contract Type: CONTRACTOR
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller
Industry: Not for Profit and Charities
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Birmingham
CONTRACTORJob Reference: BKMR77-4DB2E834
Date posted: 2 April 2025
Consultant: Muhsen Hussein
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