Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller Very Hybrid/Quasi Remote North Manchester Offices 3-6 month FTC

An SME charity is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support the organisation during a key period of financial oversight, reporting and planning.

This is a hands-on senior finance role, ideal for an interim who can quickly take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting and team leadership within a charity environment.

The Role

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will have full responsibility for the finance function across both the charity and its trading subsidiary.

Key responsibilities include:

• Production of monthly management accounts and Statutory Annual Accounts in line with Charity SORP (FRS102) and trading entity requirements
• Leading the year-end process and liaising with external auditors
• Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, including scenario planning around membership levels and staffing
• Working closely with budget holders to support forecasting and budget setting
• Full responsibility for cashflow management across charity and trading bank accounts
• Management of service level agreements relating to debt management and accounts payable
• Submission of HMRC VAT returns and related sector-specific returns
• Leadership, development and motivation of a finance team of three, including appraisals and personal development plans
• Ensuring accurate and timely processing of creditor and debtor invoices
• Maintenance of the Fixed Asset Register

About You

You will be a confident interim who is comfortable operating in a small-to-medium charity environment.

You will bring:

• Full accountancy qualification (CCAB or equivalent)
• Strong experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• In-depth knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS102)
• Proven experience producing statutory accounts and managing audits
• Solid VAT experience
• Strong people management and team leadership skills
• A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to deliver to deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders