CIPD is the professional body for HR and people development. We champion better work and working lives and support a global community of people professionals to make a positive difference to organisations and the people who work within them. We are looking for a Financial Controller to join us at an important time for CIPD and our Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director and managing four direct reports, you will take responsibility for financial control across the organisation and our international entities. There is a lot happening at CIPD. We are changing some of our core systems, including those supporting our membership and qualifications, and we want to use this as an opportunity to improve the way Finance works across the organisation. The Financial Controller will be central to this. You will lead on financial controls, statutory reporting and audit, treasury, cash management and the integrity of our balance sheet and ledgers. Just as importantly, we want you to look at how we do things today and help us make them better - strengthening processes, improving controls and making sure we get the most from our systems (Netsuite and Salesforce). This is a hands-on role. We aren't looking for someone who wants to manage from a distance. You will need to be comfortable getting into the detail, understanding where something isn't working and seeing it through to resolution. At the same time, you'll lead and develop a team of eight, helping them take greater ownership and continue to raise standards across the function. You will also work closely with the Head of FP&A and colleagues across CIPD. A big part of the role will be building good relationships outside Finance and helping people understand why strong financial management matters. About you You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience of working in a complex organisation. You'll have a good grounding in financial control and statutory reporting, but we're particularly interested in people who have improved things rather than simply maintained them. You may have strengthened a control environment, improved a year-end process, introduced better balance sheet disciplines, supported a finance system implementation or redesigned financial processes. You'll understand what good looks like and be able to bring people with you when things need to change. You'll also be an experienced people manager. We want someone who enjoys developing a team, sets clear expectations and is prepared to roll their sleeves up when needed. Experience of working across multiple entities or international operations would be valuable, as would experience of NetSuite, Salesforce or finance transformation. Why join CIPD? This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to have a genuine influence on a finance function. There is already a clear direction of travel, but there is plenty still to do. You'll have the backing of the Finance Director to challenge how things are done, improve processes and controls and help develop a finance function that is fit for the future. And you'll be doing that within an organisation with a clear purpose. The work CIPD does ultimately comes back to improving people's experience of work. As Financial Controller, you will make sure we have the strong financial management, controls and systems needed to support that work. For someone who enjoys getting the detail right, developing people and making things better, there is a lot to get stuck into. We reserve the right to close the process early and, as such, an early application is highly recommended.
Aug 30, 2026
Full time
CIPD is the professional body for HR and people development. We champion better work and working lives and support a global community of people professionals to make a positive difference to organisations and the people who work within them. We are looking for a Financial Controller to join us at an important time for CIPD and our Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director and managing four direct reports, you will take responsibility for financial control across the organisation and our international entities. There is a lot happening at CIPD. We are changing some of our core systems, including those supporting our membership and qualifications, and we want to use this as an opportunity to improve the way Finance works across the organisation. The Financial Controller will be central to this. You will lead on financial controls, statutory reporting and audit, treasury, cash management and the integrity of our balance sheet and ledgers. Just as importantly, we want you to look at how we do things today and help us make them better - strengthening processes, improving controls and making sure we get the most from our systems (Netsuite and Salesforce). This is a hands-on role. We aren't looking for someone who wants to manage from a distance. You will need to be comfortable getting into the detail, understanding where something isn't working and seeing it through to resolution. At the same time, you'll lead and develop a team of eight, helping them take greater ownership and continue to raise standards across the function. You will also work closely with the Head of FP&A and colleagues across CIPD. A big part of the role will be building good relationships outside Finance and helping people understand why strong financial management matters. About you You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience of working in a complex organisation. You'll have a good grounding in financial control and statutory reporting, but we're particularly interested in people who have improved things rather than simply maintained them. You may have strengthened a control environment, improved a year-end process, introduced better balance sheet disciplines, supported a finance system implementation or redesigned financial processes. You'll understand what good looks like and be able to bring people with you when things need to change. You'll also be an experienced people manager. We want someone who enjoys developing a team, sets clear expectations and is prepared to roll their sleeves up when needed. Experience of working across multiple entities or international operations would be valuable, as would experience of NetSuite, Salesforce or finance transformation. Why join CIPD? This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to have a genuine influence on a finance function. There is already a clear direction of travel, but there is plenty still to do. You'll have the backing of the Finance Director to challenge how things are done, improve processes and controls and help develop a finance function that is fit for the future. And you'll be doing that within an organisation with a clear purpose. The work CIPD does ultimately comes back to improving people's experience of work. As Financial Controller, you will make sure we have the strong financial management, controls and systems needed to support that work. For someone who enjoys getting the detail right, developing people and making things better, there is a lot to get stuck into. We reserve the right to close the process early and, as such, an early application is highly recommended.
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City Of Westminster, London
Interim Head of Financial Planning & Analysis Six-month contract £65,000-£70,000 Remote Start ASAP An international charitable organisation is seeking a high-calibre Interim Head of FP&A to support a significant strategic project. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will develop a clear financial framework around the organisation's key products and services. This will involve analysing historical financial information, building robust financial models and translating complex analysis into clear, meaningful insights for senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities: Develop a financial framework for the organisation's products and services Build financial models to support strategic decision-making Analyse historical data to improve understanding of performance and value Embed a consistent financial approach across funding proposals Present complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders Support improvements to financial planning, reporting and processes Work collaboratively across finance, programmes and fundraising teams The ideal candidate will bring: Significant senior-level FP&A or business-partnering experience Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills Experience delivering strategic finance or transformation projects Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills The ability to translate complex analysis into clear organisational insight Experience within a complex, international or multi-country organisation A recognised professional accounting qualification Charity or international development experience would be advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to deliver a high-profile project that will shape how the organisation understands, communicates and funds its work in the future.
Aug 29, 2026
Full time
Interim Head of Financial Planning & Analysis Six-month contract £65,000-£70,000 Remote Start ASAP An international charitable organisation is seeking a high-calibre Interim Head of FP&A to support a significant strategic project. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will develop a clear financial framework around the organisation's key products and services. This will involve analysing historical financial information, building robust financial models and translating complex analysis into clear, meaningful insights for senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities: Develop a financial framework for the organisation's products and services Build financial models to support strategic decision-making Analyse historical data to improve understanding of performance and value Embed a consistent financial approach across funding proposals Present complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders Support improvements to financial planning, reporting and processes Work collaboratively across finance, programmes and fundraising teams The ideal candidate will bring: Significant senior-level FP&A or business-partnering experience Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills Experience delivering strategic finance or transformation projects Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills The ability to translate complex analysis into clear organisational insight Experience within a complex, international or multi-country organisation A recognised professional accounting qualification Charity or international development experience would be advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to deliver a high-profile project that will shape how the organisation understands, communicates and funds its work in the future.
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City Of Westminster, London
£400-£500 per day 4-6 months ASAP start London/Hybrid A leading research and higher education organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial support across its professional services functions and key transformation programmes. Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Strategy, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial planning, improve management information and identify opportunities for efficiencies and better use of resources. Key responsibilities include: Leading budgeting, forecasting and five-year financial planning across professional services. Providing strategic financial insight, constructive challenge and advice to senior stakeholders. Supporting complex, multi-year strategic and capital programmes. Developing business cases, scenario models and cost-saving initiatives. Improving management information, dashboards and reporting through Power BI. Strengthening financial controls, cost allocation and interdepartmental recharges. Supporting budget holders to improve financial understanding and accountability. Mentoring junior finance colleagues and managing a Finance Apprentice. The successful candidate will be: A fully qualified accountant: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA. An experienced senior Finance Business Partner with strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills. Confident engaging with directors and other senior stakeholders. Experienced in developing insightful reporting and using BI tools, ideally Power BI. Comfortable working across multiple departments and strategic programmes. Able to start quickly and deliver effectively within a complex organisation. Experienced within higher education, research or the charity sector, although this is not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact within a high-profile, purpose-led organisation undertaking important strategic and financial improvement work.
Aug 28, 2026
Full time
£400-£500 per day 4-6 months ASAP start London/Hybrid A leading research and higher education organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial support across its professional services functions and key transformation programmes. Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Strategy, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial planning, improve management information and identify opportunities for efficiencies and better use of resources. Key responsibilities include: Leading budgeting, forecasting and five-year financial planning across professional services. Providing strategic financial insight, constructive challenge and advice to senior stakeholders. Supporting complex, multi-year strategic and capital programmes. Developing business cases, scenario models and cost-saving initiatives. Improving management information, dashboards and reporting through Power BI. Strengthening financial controls, cost allocation and interdepartmental recharges. Supporting budget holders to improve financial understanding and accountability. Mentoring junior finance colleagues and managing a Finance Apprentice. The successful candidate will be: A fully qualified accountant: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA. An experienced senior Finance Business Partner with strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills. Confident engaging with directors and other senior stakeholders. Experienced in developing insightful reporting and using BI tools, ideally Power BI. Comfortable working across multiple departments and strategic programmes. Able to start quickly and deliver effectively within a complex organisation. Experienced within higher education, research or the charity sector, although this is not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact within a high-profile, purpose-led organisation undertaking important strategic and financial improvement work.
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Interim Senior Management Accountant - Grants Hertfordshire £300-£400 per day 6 months 3 days onsite ASAP We are working with a well-established £50m+ charitable and grant-funded organisation to recruit an experienced Interim Senior Management Accountant - Grants for an initial six-month assignment. Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a senior, hands-on role combining management accounting, complex grant and project finance, business partnering and financial analysis. A key part of the brief is finding someone who is naturally curious and questioning. They want someone who will interrogate the numbers, investigate anomalies, understand what is driving performance and come forward with solutions rather than simply reporting what has happened. Key responsibilities Take senior oversight of a portfolio of complex, high-value grants and funded projects, ensuring robust financial management throughout the funding lifecycle. Work closely with project leads and senior stakeholders, providing financial advice, challenge and insight. Lead on management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, variance and trend analysis. Ensure restricted and grant-funded income and expenditure is accurately accounted for, allocated and reported. Produce and review financial reports and returns for major institutional and public funding bodies, ensuring compliance with individual funding requirements. Monitor project cash flow, income recovery, billing schedules and financial risks. Investigate variances and anomalies, getting underneath the numbers to understand the underlying issues. Identify financial risks and opportunities and develop practical solutions with stakeholders. Support improvements to financial processes, controls, systems and management information. Provide guidance and support to other members of the finance team and help strengthen financial understanding across the organisation. What we are looking for Qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Strong charity, research, education or similarly grant-funded/not-for-profit experience. Ideally experience within a £20m+ organisation with a reasonably complex funding structure. Significant experience managing restricted grants and project-based funding. Understanding of the requirements associated with major institutional, government or research funding streams, including cost allocation, compliance and funder reporting. Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience. Excellent Excel, analytical and financial modelling skills. Confident business partner who can work effectively with senior stakeholders and non-finance project leads. Curious, analytical and willing to challenge - someone who questions their findings rather than taking information at face value. Solutions-focused and proactive, with the confidence to identify an issue, investigate it and recommend a way forward. Able to operate autonomously and quickly get up to speed within a complex organisation. Contract: 6 months Rate: £300-£400 per day Location: Hertfordshire - 3 days per week onsite Start: ASAP
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Interim Senior Management Accountant - Grants Hertfordshire £300-£400 per day 6 months 3 days onsite ASAP We are working with a well-established £50m+ charitable and grant-funded organisation to recruit an experienced Interim Senior Management Accountant - Grants for an initial six-month assignment. Reporting to the Finance Director, this is a senior, hands-on role combining management accounting, complex grant and project finance, business partnering and financial analysis. A key part of the brief is finding someone who is naturally curious and questioning. They want someone who will interrogate the numbers, investigate anomalies, understand what is driving performance and come forward with solutions rather than simply reporting what has happened. Key responsibilities Take senior oversight of a portfolio of complex, high-value grants and funded projects, ensuring robust financial management throughout the funding lifecycle. Work closely with project leads and senior stakeholders, providing financial advice, challenge and insight. Lead on management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, variance and trend analysis. Ensure restricted and grant-funded income and expenditure is accurately accounted for, allocated and reported. Produce and review financial reports and returns for major institutional and public funding bodies, ensuring compliance with individual funding requirements. Monitor project cash flow, income recovery, billing schedules and financial risks. Investigate variances and anomalies, getting underneath the numbers to understand the underlying issues. Identify financial risks and opportunities and develop practical solutions with stakeholders. Support improvements to financial processes, controls, systems and management information. Provide guidance and support to other members of the finance team and help strengthen financial understanding across the organisation. What we are looking for Qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Strong charity, research, education or similarly grant-funded/not-for-profit experience. Ideally experience within a £20m+ organisation with a reasonably complex funding structure. Significant experience managing restricted grants and project-based funding. Understanding of the requirements associated with major institutional, government or research funding streams, including cost allocation, compliance and funder reporting. Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience. Excellent Excel, analytical and financial modelling skills. Confident business partner who can work effectively with senior stakeholders and non-finance project leads. Curious, analytical and willing to challenge - someone who questions their findings rather than taking information at face value. Solutions-focused and proactive, with the confidence to identify an issue, investigate it and recommend a way forward. Able to operate autonomously and quickly get up to speed within a complex organisation. Contract: 6 months Rate: £300-£400 per day Location: Hertfordshire - 3 days per week onsite Start: ASAP
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City, London
Interim - 2-3 Months An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced interim finance leader to join a highly respected international charity, providing steady leadership while a permanent appointment is recruited. This short-term assignment will focus on maintaining strong business-as-usual operations across finance and business support, ensuring continuity, stability, and visible leadership across the organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team and trustees, supporting governance, operational delivery, and financial oversight during this interim period. The remit covers finance, HR, governance, IT, and operational support, requiring someone comfortable operating in a broad and hands-on leadership role within a collaborative environment. You will oversee a small team, support audit and committee processes, maintain strong financial controls, oversee payroll and banking approvals, and ensure the organisation continues to operate effectively during this transition period. This role would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys supporting purpose-led organisations and can quickly build credibility with stakeholders while providing calm, pragmatic leadership. Candidates with previous international NGO or wider charity sector experience would be particularly well suited to this assignment. Key requirements: • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) • Strong experience leading finance operations within complex organisations • Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on • Experience supporting audits, governance, and board reporting • Ability to provide stability and leadership through change • Strong stakeholder management and team leadership skills • Previous NGO, international development, or wider charity sector experience would be highly advantageous The role is expected to commence around 22nd June and will likely run for approximately 2 3 months while the permanent recruitment process is completed. Hybrid working is available, with an expectation of office presence two days per week in Central London. If interested do apply or contact Rosemary Pini for more details
May 27, 2026
Full time
Interim - 2-3 Months An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced interim finance leader to join a highly respected international charity, providing steady leadership while a permanent appointment is recruited. This short-term assignment will focus on maintaining strong business-as-usual operations across finance and business support, ensuring continuity, stability, and visible leadership across the organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team and trustees, supporting governance, operational delivery, and financial oversight during this interim period. The remit covers finance, HR, governance, IT, and operational support, requiring someone comfortable operating in a broad and hands-on leadership role within a collaborative environment. You will oversee a small team, support audit and committee processes, maintain strong financial controls, oversee payroll and banking approvals, and ensure the organisation continues to operate effectively during this transition period. This role would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys supporting purpose-led organisations and can quickly build credibility with stakeholders while providing calm, pragmatic leadership. Candidates with previous international NGO or wider charity sector experience would be particularly well suited to this assignment. Key requirements: • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) • Strong experience leading finance operations within complex organisations • Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on • Experience supporting audits, governance, and board reporting • Ability to provide stability and leadership through change • Strong stakeholder management and team leadership skills • Previous NGO, international development, or wider charity sector experience would be highly advantageous The role is expected to commence around 22nd June and will likely run for approximately 2 3 months while the permanent recruitment process is completed. Hybrid working is available, with an expectation of office presence two days per week in Central London. If interested do apply or contact Rosemary Pini for more details
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City, London
My client is a high-profile environmental charity. Their work is bold, ambitious and focused on delivering a meaningful impact on some of today s most urgent challenges. At present they are looking to appoint an Interim Director of Finance & Operations to provide strategic and operational oversight whilst they recruit on a permanent basis. Key responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across Finance, IT, and Legal functions Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Ensure strong financial controls, risk management, and compliance Lead and support digital and IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are secure, efficient, and fit for purpose Support organisational transformation, including process improvements and operational efficiencies Partner with senior leadership to align operational strategy with organisational goals Manage and develop high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and accountability About you Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within the Not-for-Profit sector Relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Track record of leading teams through change and delivering operational improvements Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills My client offers flexible hybrid working, with 2 days a week in their Central London office.
May 21, 2026
Full time
My client is a high-profile environmental charity. Their work is bold, ambitious and focused on delivering a meaningful impact on some of today s most urgent challenges. At present they are looking to appoint an Interim Director of Finance & Operations to provide strategic and operational oversight whilst they recruit on a permanent basis. Key responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across Finance, IT, and Legal functions Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Ensure strong financial controls, risk management, and compliance Lead and support digital and IT infrastructure, ensuring systems are secure, efficient, and fit for purpose Support organisational transformation, including process improvements and operational efficiencies Partner with senior leadership to align operational strategy with organisational goals Manage and develop high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and accountability About you Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within the Not-for-Profit sector Relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Track record of leading teams through change and delivering operational improvements Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills My client offers flexible hybrid working, with 2 days a week in their Central London office.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified finance professional to join a highly respected organisation working at the heart of the creative, cultural, and higher education sectors. This is a rare chance to combine technical finance expertise with genuine purpose in a vibrant, collaborative environment that champions creativity, inclusivity, and educational excellence. Ideal for someone who enjoys working in a mission-led organisation, this role offers the opportunity to support an institution dedicated to developing future talent within the arts. Working as a key part of the finance function, you will support the delivery of robust financial management, compliance, and reporting across a multifaceted organisation. The role offers excellent breadth, combining management accounting, budgeting, statutory reporting, and business partnering, all within an engaging and culturally rich setting. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing budgets, forecasts, cashflow reporting, and monthly management accounts • Supporting statutory accounts, audit, and charity/HE regulatory reporting • Managing financial controls, VAT, payroll, and procurement processes • Driving process improvements and supporting finance systems development • Partnering with budget holders and departments across the organisation to provide clear financial insight • Supporting fundraising, commercial activities, and wider strategic planning The successful candidate will bring: • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification • Experience in charity, higher education, or not-for-profit finance • Strong management accounting and technical reporting skills • Knowledge of SORP, FRS102, and statutory compliance • A proactive, adaptable, and collaborative approach • A passion for working within the arts, culture, or creative education space This role offers the opportunity to join an ambitious and supportive organisation where people work with purpose, creativity, and compassion. For finance professionals seeking a position that blends technical challenge with cultural impact, this is a truly compelling opportunity.
May 17, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified finance professional to join a highly respected organisation working at the heart of the creative, cultural, and higher education sectors. This is a rare chance to combine technical finance expertise with genuine purpose in a vibrant, collaborative environment that champions creativity, inclusivity, and educational excellence. Ideal for someone who enjoys working in a mission-led organisation, this role offers the opportunity to support an institution dedicated to developing future talent within the arts. Working as a key part of the finance function, you will support the delivery of robust financial management, compliance, and reporting across a multifaceted organisation. The role offers excellent breadth, combining management accounting, budgeting, statutory reporting, and business partnering, all within an engaging and culturally rich setting. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing budgets, forecasts, cashflow reporting, and monthly management accounts • Supporting statutory accounts, audit, and charity/HE regulatory reporting • Managing financial controls, VAT, payroll, and procurement processes • Driving process improvements and supporting finance systems development • Partnering with budget holders and departments across the organisation to provide clear financial insight • Supporting fundraising, commercial activities, and wider strategic planning The successful candidate will bring: • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification • Experience in charity, higher education, or not-for-profit finance • Strong management accounting and technical reporting skills • Knowledge of SORP, FRS102, and statutory compliance • A proactive, adaptable, and collaborative approach • A passion for working within the arts, culture, or creative education space This role offers the opportunity to join an ambitious and supportive organisation where people work with purpose, creativity, and compassion. For finance professionals seeking a position that blends technical challenge with cultural impact, this is a truly compelling opportunity.
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City, London
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Accountant to play a key role in delivering a major £80m capital investment programme within a complex, values-led organisation. This high-profile fixed-term role offers the chance to take financial ownership of a significant estate transformation project, providing strategic oversight, strong governance, and senior financial leadership throughout its lifecycle. Ideal for a qualified accountant with substantial client-side capital project experience, this role requires someone who has overseen major construction, infrastructure, or estate programmes from within an organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, project boards, estates teams, and external partners, key responsibilities include: • Leading financial planning, control, and reporting for a major capital budget • Delivering financial modelling, forecasting, and scenario planning • Overseeing cashflow, governance, and risk management • Advising executive leadership on project performance and financial strategy • Strengthening controls, audit readiness, and value-for-money delivery The successful candidate will bring: • Full accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) • Proven large-scale capital project experience client-side • Strong project accounting, governance, and commercial expertise • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills • The ability to combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to make a lasting impact on a transformational capital programme while gaining significant high-profile experience.
May 07, 2026
Full time
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Accountant to play a key role in delivering a major £80m capital investment programme within a complex, values-led organisation. This high-profile fixed-term role offers the chance to take financial ownership of a significant estate transformation project, providing strategic oversight, strong governance, and senior financial leadership throughout its lifecycle. Ideal for a qualified accountant with substantial client-side capital project experience, this role requires someone who has overseen major construction, infrastructure, or estate programmes from within an organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, project boards, estates teams, and external partners, key responsibilities include: • Leading financial planning, control, and reporting for a major capital budget • Delivering financial modelling, forecasting, and scenario planning • Overseeing cashflow, governance, and risk management • Advising executive leadership on project performance and financial strategy • Strengthening controls, audit readiness, and value-for-money delivery The successful candidate will bring: • Full accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) • Proven large-scale capital project experience client-side • Strong project accounting, governance, and commercial expertise • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills • The ability to combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to make a lasting impact on a transformational capital programme while gaining significant high-profile experience.
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment
City, London
A leading UK-based membership and charitable organisation is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to support a range of strategic finance projects during a pivotal period of review and development. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong qualified accountant with a proven charity sector background to step into a broad and impactful role, helping shape key financial frameworks, ensure compliance, and deliver critical finance transformation initiatives. Key project focus areas include: • Assessment and implementation planning for the new Charity SORP • Leading a comprehensive VAT and partial exemption review, acting as the primary organisational point of contact • Conducting an organisation-wide overhead review to identify efficiencies and strengthen financial performance • Supporting statutory reporting, year-end, audit, and wider controls improvements • Reviewing and strengthening accounting policies, governance, and compliance frameworks Alongside these priority projects, you will oversee core financial control responsibilities including charity and group accounts preparation, tax compliance, treasury oversight, audit management, and external reporting. The ideal candidate will bring: • Fully qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) • Strong experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector • Significant expertise in SORP FRS102, charity accounting, and VAT/partial exemption • Experience managing audits, statutory reporting, and financial controls • A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to partner effectively across finance and non-finance teams • Strong project and process improvement capability This role would suit an individual who enjoys combining hands-on technical delivery with strategic project leadership, and who can confidently operate within a values-led organisation undergoing important financial development. The role offers hybrid working with flexibility, requiring approximately two days per week in a central London office. If you are looking for a meaningful opportunity where your technical expertise can directly influence strategic financial improvements within a respected charitable environment, this could be an ideal next step.
May 06, 2026
Full time
A leading UK-based membership and charitable organisation is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to support a range of strategic finance projects during a pivotal period of review and development. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong qualified accountant with a proven charity sector background to step into a broad and impactful role, helping shape key financial frameworks, ensure compliance, and deliver critical finance transformation initiatives. Key project focus areas include: • Assessment and implementation planning for the new Charity SORP • Leading a comprehensive VAT and partial exemption review, acting as the primary organisational point of contact • Conducting an organisation-wide overhead review to identify efficiencies and strengthen financial performance • Supporting statutory reporting, year-end, audit, and wider controls improvements • Reviewing and strengthening accounting policies, governance, and compliance frameworks Alongside these priority projects, you will oversee core financial control responsibilities including charity and group accounts preparation, tax compliance, treasury oversight, audit management, and external reporting. The ideal candidate will bring: • Fully qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) • Strong experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector • Significant expertise in SORP FRS102, charity accounting, and VAT/partial exemption • Experience managing audits, statutory reporting, and financial controls • A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to partner effectively across finance and non-finance teams • Strong project and process improvement capability This role would suit an individual who enjoys combining hands-on technical delivery with strategic project leadership, and who can confidently operate within a values-led organisation undergoing important financial development. The role offers hybrid working with flexibility, requiring approximately two days per week in a central London office. If you are looking for a meaningful opportunity where your technical expertise can directly influence strategic financial improvements within a respected charitable environment, this could be an ideal next step.
