Interim Financial Controller in Reading

Interim Financial Controller in Reading

Reading Full-Time 65000 - 75000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Premier Christian Communications Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial governance, reporting, and compliance for a respected charity.
  • Company: Join a values-driven organisation making a real impact across the UK.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a collaborative and dynamic setting.
  • Why this job: Influence financial strategy while contributing to meaningful social change.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with strong financial control and leadership experience.

The predicted salary is between 65000 - 75000 £ per year.

# Interim Financial Controller£70,000 - £75,000 yearly* CV-Library* Reading, Berkshire Charity### Job Description Your new company Our client is a highly respected national organisation with a strong social purpose and a reputation for delivering meaningful impact across the UK.

As they continue to evolve and strengthen their finance function, they are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide leadership across financial governance, reporting, compliance and control.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led organisation undergoing continued transformation, where finance plays a key role in driving strategic decision-making and maintaining the highest standards of financial stewardship.

Your new role Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will take ownership of the organisation's financial control environment, ensuring robust governance, compliance and financial reporting across the business.

You will lead a small team while acting as the technical finance expert for the organisation.

Key responsibilities will include: Leading the preparation of statutory accounts, annual reports and external financial disclosures.

Managing relationships with external auditors and ensuring a successful annual audit process.

Overseeing all taxation matters, ensuring compliance across VAT, payroll taxes, corporation tax and other regulatory requirements.

Managing banking relationships, treasury activities, liquidity planning and cashflow forecasting.

Developing and maintaining strong financial controls, policies, procedures and balance sheet reconciliations.

Supporting organisational risk management, assurance frameworks and regulatory compliance.

Providing expert technical accounting guidance to senior stakeholders and executive leadership.

Driving continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and controls.

Leading, coaching and developing members of the financial control team.

What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong financial control background and proven experience operating within a complex organisation.

You will also demonstrate: Significant experience preparing statutory and consolidated accounts.

Strong understanding of accounting standards, governance and internal controls.

Experience working with external auditors, HMRC and other regulatory bodies.

Working knowledge of corporate taxation and indirect taxes.

Strong leadership capabilities with experience developing high-performing teams.

Excellent analytical, reporting and stakeholder management skills.

A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive positive change.

Advanced Excel skills and strong financial systems knowledge.

Experience of leading finance transformation, system implementations or process improvement initiatives would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation where your expertise will directly influence financial strategy, governance and organisational success.

Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you will gain: A highly visible leadership role with significant influence.

The opportunity to work closely with executive-level stakeholders.

A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Ongoing professional development opportunities.

The chance to contribute to an organisation making a genuine difference through its work.

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Financial Governance
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