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Financial Controller, HARRIS HILL
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Harris Hill is recruiting for a Financial Controller to work for this well-established charity based in Northwest London (Hybrid)
THIS IS AN URGENT PERMANENT POSITION WITH INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Position: Permanent
Title: Financial Controller
Reporting to:
Director of Finance:
Management:
2 Finance Staff: Finance Manager & Finance Assistant
Salary:
£55.000pa
Hybrid working:
3 days a week is required in their offices in Northwest London
Qualification:
A Fully Qualified Accountant is required.
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The Role
As the Financial Controller, you will run the day-to-day financial operations, taking ownership of transactional accounting and month-end reconciliations. You’ll maintain the general ledger, ensure data integrity across systems, and manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control functions.
The role involves coordinating payroll, preparing management accounts and VAT returns, supporting budget preparation and assisting with year-end accounts and internal and external audits. You’ll also manage the Finance Manager and play a key role in the organisation’s financial stability and operational success.
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Requirements
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification).
- Proven experience managing the month-end close and preparing management accounts.
- High-level Excel proficiency and ability to work with financial data confidently.
- Experience with accounting software (Xero experience is advantageous).
- Proactive self-starter with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience in the charity sector, including technical expertise in Charity SORP.
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