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Financial Controller
Location: Leeds (hybrid working)Salary: Up to £70,000
Sector: EducationAn established and well‑regarded education organisation in Leeds is appointing a Financial Controller to lead its finance function and provide robust financial oversight during its next phase of development.The opportunity Reporting into senior leadership, this role has responsibility for the organisation's full financial operation, balancing strong financial control with forward‑looking commercial insight. It will suit a hands‑on finance leader who enjoys working closely with non‑financial stakeholders in a purpose‑driven environment.Key responsibilities include:
Overall leadership of the finance function, including day‑to‑day operations
Financial planning including owning the budgeting & forecasting process.
Cashflow and working capital management.
Producing monthly management accounts.
Year-end processes including producing statutory accounts and liaising with auditors.
Maintaining and improving financial systems, controls and supplier arrangements
Producing clear, insightful reporting to support senior decision‑making
Overseeing the finance team including payroll and credit control. About YouYou will be an experienced finance professional comfortable operating with autonomy and influence in a structured environment.You are likely to bring:
A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar)
Proven experience in financial management, budgeting and control
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills
Experience of audit management and regulatory compliance
Advanced Excel capability and confidence using financial software
A pragmatic, detail‑focused approach with sound professional judgementExperience within education, not‑for‑profit or a similarly regulated setting would be beneficial, though not essential.
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