Job Description - Financial Controller 4 Days Per Week
Absolute Recruit is proud to partner with a respected charity in search of a commercially minded Financial Controller to lead their finance function. This is a high-impact, hands-on role supporting the Chief Operating Officer and wider leadership team, combining operational oversight with strategic insight.
Working flexibility of 4 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day finance operations, managing and developing a small transactional team.
Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, KPI dashboards, and financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow).
Provide variance analysis and strategic recommendations to enhance financial performance.
Drive efficiency by identifying opportunities for revenue growth and cost savings.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes with robust financial planning.
Prepare quarterly Board Packs and deliver clear financial insights to the Board.
Oversee VAT compliance, including return submissions and partial exemption calculations.
Ensure rigorous financial controls and continuously improve processes and systems.
Manage the year-end audit process and statutory accounts preparation.
Lead ad hoc finance projects aimed at process improvement and system enhancement.
About You You will be a proactive and collaborative finance professional who thrives in both strategic and operational domains. Ideally, you will have:
A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), or be part-qualified with substantial relevant experience.
Strong understanding of financial control frameworks and audit processes.
Proven expertise in VAT.
Experience preparing Board-level reporting and supporting leadership decision-making.
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
High proficiency in Excel and familiarity with finance systems.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A hands-on attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement.
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