Interim Financial Controller

This temporary Financial Controller role within the Not For Profit sector offers an exciting opportunity to be hands on and manage a small Finance team. Based in Manchester, the role offers longer term opportunities and hybrid working. Client Details The client is a highly regarded and well established Not for Profit organisation in Manchester. They are looking for an Interim Financial Controller to join their Finance team. They offer excellent benefits including free parking and hybrid working. The organisation is committed to delivering meaningful contributions to its community and values strong financial management to achieve its goals.is Description As an Interim Financial Controller duties will include but are not limited to: • Lead the organisation's finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and year-end processes. • Prepare and monitor annual budgets, financial forecasts and cash flow to support effective financial planning and decision-making. • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, funding requirements and audit standards, acting as the key contact for external and internal auditors. • Produce accurate financial reports, management information and statutory returns, providing clear insight to senior stakeholders. • Oversee procurement, grant funding and financial controls, ensuring value for money and robust governance across all financial activities. • Manage and develop the finance team, providing leadership, performance management and support for continuous improvement. • Maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including banking, insurance, software and service providers, while ensuring efficient day-to-day financial operations. Profile A successful Interim Financial Controller should have: • Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. • Worked in an all-round senior Finance role previously and be confident with financial and management accounting • Experience with financial compliance and audit procedures. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent leadership abilities to manage and support a finance team. • Proficiency in financial software and tools. Job Offer • Salary equivalent of between £66,000- £68,000 on a daily rate basis • 6 month interim opportunity with opportunity for a longer term role • Hybrid working • Free parking • The chance to work within a respected Not For Profit organisation in Manchester. • Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through financial leadership. • A supportive and professional working environment.