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The Group Financial Controller will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance and delivering strategic financial guidance within the not-for-profit sector. Based in Manchester, this permanent role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

The organisation operates within the not-for-profit industry and is well-regarded for its contributions to the community. As a medium-sized organisation, it offers a collaborative and supportive working environment.

Description

You'll oversee financial accounting, statutory reporting, and compliance.

You'll lead a high-performing team, strengthen financial controls, and drive forward automation and digital transformation to enhance efficiency and insight.

You'll also be a strategic business partner across the organisation – supporting projects, shaping financial strategy and ensuring the organisation remains financially resilient and future‑ready.

Financial Leadership & Transformation – Through championing the organisation’s values, you will lead continuous improvement in the finance control function and support delivery of the rolling three‑year financial strategy. You will play a key role in driving efficiency through digital tools, automation, and streamlined processes.

Technical & Regulatory Excellence – You will take the lead in month‑end close, statutory accounts preparation and maintain our compliance with accounting, tax and audit standards. You will be our senior subject‑matter expert on VAT, pensions and regulatory reporting.

Reporting & Insight – Use your expertise to deliver timely, accurate financial statements and management information, delivering meaningful insight to develop how we use data and reporting to enhance transparency, decision‑making and operational performance.

Stakeholder Management – Make an impact through building trusted relationships with auditors, pension advisers, insurers, banks and regulators. You will act as a key business partner with internal stakeholders to ensure sound financial decisions.

Risk & Governance – Be instrumental in upholding robust internal controls, leading audits, managing compliance and supporting organisational fraud prevention.

Leadership & Development – Empower your team through inspiring, coaching and developing them to deliver excellence and foster a culture of learning, accountability and innovation.

Profile

A successful Group Financial Controller should have:

• Professional qualifications in accounting, such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management within the not-for-profit industry.
• Strong understanding of financial compliance and reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools to streamline operations.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills to engage with stakeholders effectively.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £75,000 to £85,000 per annum.
• Permanent position based in Manchester with opportunities to make a real difference.
• Flexible working – 1 day a week required in Manchester.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).
• Supportive and collaborative work environment in the not-for-profit sector.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

If you're looking to take the next step in your career as a Group Financial Controller in Manchester, we encourage you to apply today.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

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