Financial Controller

Location: Milton Keynes (Onsite/Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Remuneration: £57k-£65k

Application Deadline: #removed#

Are you a qualified finance professional passionate about making a difference in your community?

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Controller to lead their financial operations and help drive their charitable impact across Milton Keynes. This is a vital leadership role reporting directly to the Chief Executive, with influence across strategic planning, compliance, and financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and fund movement.
• Prepare timely and accurate internal and external financial reports.
• Lead annual salary reviews and monthly payroll in liaison with relevant authorities.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with financial legislation and regulatory bodies (e.g., Companies House, Charity Commission).
• Liaise with auditors and manage statutory returns.

Strategic Financial Planning

• Develop, implement, and monitor budgets and forecasts to support organisational growth.
• Identify and manage financial risks and ensure the long-term financial health of the Foundation.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, support and develop the finance team.
• Present financial information clearly to internal and external stakeholders including the Board and Committees.
• Contribute to broader Community Foundation initiatives and share best practices nationally.

Process & Systems Improvement

• Continuously improve financial systems, processes, and controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• A professional accountancy qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACA, ACCA) is essential.

Experience & Knowledge:

• Proven experience producing accounts for a charitable organisation.
• Strong background in strategic planning, team leadership, and cross-team collaboration.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
• Advanced IT skills including Office 365, accounting software (e.g., SAGE), and CRM databases.
• Confident in presenting to both professional and non-technical audiences.

Personal Attributes:

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and a strong team player.
• Approachable, flexible, and resilient with excellent organisational skills.
• Able to work independently while contributing collaboratively to organisational goals