Financial Controller

Finance Controller

Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday-Friday
Start Date: ASAP following completion of checks

About the Role
Join a dynamic and growing education charity as their new Finance Controller. This is a unique opportunity to lead financial operations, provide strategic insights, and help shape the future of a respected institution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage three finance teams (Billing, Purchasing, Payroll).
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, including VAT and Charities SORP.
• Collaborate on financial strategy and digital transformation projects.
• Supervise payroll, manage cash flow, and optimise investments.
• Contribute to audits and liaise with the internal auditor.

About You
We’re looking for a highly motivated finance professional with:

• Ideally fully-qualified with experience in financial management.
• Excellent analytical and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of compliance, VAT, and charity finance.
• Experience with financial software and automation projects.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays).
• Health cash plan.
• Free lunches.
• Onsite parking and access to leisure facilities.