Ivy Rock Partners
Financial Controller

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Ivy Rock Partners are pleased to be working with the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) on the appointment of a new Financial Controller role within their finance team.
This would suit an ACA qualified Accountant operating at Audit Manager or above level, looking to move out of an audit firm into a Financial Controller role or a CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA qualified Financial Accountant/Controller who is looking for a progressive move.
We’ve put together a dedicated recruitment site where you can learn much more about RADA, RADA Business, the finance team, benefits and the opportunity, as well as access the full job description and application information.
- Position: Financial Controller
- Salary: £65,000–£75,000
- Location: London
About the Role
A broad financial leadership role, taking responsibility for financial control, reporting and cash management across RADA, alongside oversight of the finance team.
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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Controller to join our team at RADA. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrable track record in Higher Education, Charity or similar background and will possess a strong background in financial control, financial reporting, and cash management. This role will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and managing the company's cash flow to support our business objectives. The role will line manage the financial team responsible for payroll, payments, invoicing, reconciliations etc and work closely with RADA Business management accountant.


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Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all financial operations
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
- Manage the company's cash flow
- Line manage the financial team
- Work closely with RADA Business management accountant
Key Requirements
- Demonstrable track record in Higher Education, Charity or similar background
- Strong background in financial control, financial reporting, and cash management
Application Information
- Closing date: Sunday 4th October
- Interviews: 12th, 13th & 16th October
If either role could be of interest, please feel free to get in touch with me directly for a confidential conversation.
Learn More and Apply: Ivy Rock Partners Recruitment Site
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