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Financial Controller

Southampton Permanent £50,000 - £62,500 per year View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to manage and oversee all the day to day financial operations of the RYA and to lead an established team. The Financial Controller will be responsible for managing the Association's financial accounting and budgetary control systems.
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  • World renowned business
  • Great team and culture

About Our Client

Our client is a fantastic not for profit organisation that has been in operation for well north of 100 years.

Job Description

  • Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the Accounts team of six ensuring alignment with the companies Strategy.
  • Manage all accounting operations, including management accounts, sales and purchase ledgers, expenses, financial reporting, stock, fixed assets, VAT, and payroll, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and regulations.
  • Oversee the production and interpretation of management accounts, enhancing their use as a management tool.
  • Manage the Association's cash and working capital to maintain appropriate reserves.
  • Prepare accurate financial management information to meet monthly and year-end deadlines.
  • Work closely with budget holders to analyse variances and provide commentary as necessary.
  • Develop and maintain the Association's Financial Management Manual.
  • Streamline and modernize financial processes across the company, ensuring consistency and accuracy in reporting.
  • Lead the budgeting process, providing financial analysis and guidance on all plans and activities.
  • Act as the primary interface with external auditors, addressing and implementing improvements as needed.
  • Support the work of the Audit and Risk Committee.
  • Deputise for the Finance Director when necessary.

The Successful Applicant

  • Relevant professional qualification.
  • Post-qualification experience in relevant legal fields.
  • Success in a similar level role in an organisation of at least £15m turnover and 100 staff

What's on Offer

  • 36 days holiday including public holidays
  • 10% RYA contribution to a personal pension scheme,
  • Free life insurance
  • Discounts platform for retail, entertainment, holidays & gym membership
  • Free charging point for electric vehicles whilst on your working days at the office
  • Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
Contact
Thomas Tully
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6531611
Phone number
+44 238 068 2215

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Southampton
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Thomas Tully
Consultant phone
+44 238 068 2215
Job reference
JN-092024-6531611