Financial Controller required for Surrey based governing body Initial 6 month Fixed tern contract - ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Client Details I am pleased to be partnering with a leading Surrey based non profit governing body who are looking to recruit a Financial Controller on an initial 6 month basis. Description 1. Management Information & Reporting o Develop and maintain performance dashboards across finance and operational units for businesses o Integrate rolling forecasts, cash flows, liquidity analysis, and KPI trackers into monthly reports. o Automate MI workflows for speed, accuracy, and auditability o Deliver strategic insights with layered commentary for executive and board stakeholders 1. Financial Planning & Control o Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly variance analysis across departments and budget holders o Align strategic plans with financial forecasts and working capital requirements o Produce robust variance analysis o Coordinate reforecasting cycles based on scenarios and business events 1. Centralised Procurement o Lead the design and oversight of procurement systems and policies across entities o Standardise spend thresholds, approval matrices, vendor selection, and payment terms o Collaborate with legal, ops, and compliance teams to embed commercial safeguards and mitigate procurement risk 1. Treasury & Cashflow o Oversee cash forecasting and covenant monitoring o Embed treasury controls in procurement, contracting, and payment processes 1. Strategic Finance Support o Provide financial support to the CFO on all project and investment appraisals o Collaborate with commercial and legal teams o Prepare financial analysis to support decision-making o Oversee commercial reporting, margin analysis, and performance reviews o Align financial oversight with pricing logic and contract economics o Elevate insight generation and stakeholder engagement 1. Finance Projects o Scope and deliver finance-led transformation projects including systems upgrades, automation, and compliance change 1. Finance Policies & Manuals o Develop and maintain full set of finance policies o Document standard operating procedures with controls and workflows o Maintain version control and compliance alignment across finance o Audit policies for effectiveness and regulatory readiness 1. Xero System & Reporting Enhancements o Create custom reports in Xero and commentary tools for finance and BUs o Build board-ready management reports with KPI visuals and variance analysis o Segment data across projects and departments using tracking categories o Ensure style and structure meet stakeholder clarity and audit standards 1. Finance Leadership o Manage and mentor the Commercial Management Accountant o Provide cover for transactional reporting 1. Internal Controls & Compliance o Maintain a live finance risk register capturing mitigation and escalation triggers o Link risks to documented procedures and control environments o Escalate finance-related governance or compliance issues as appropriate 1. Board Reporting & Governance o Produce MI packs including: § Executive Summary § Financial Dashboard § KPI Tracker with Commentary § Finance Risk Register Profile • ACA / ACCA / CIMA (desirable) • Proven success in Financial Controller or senior finance roles • Expertise in dashboard reporting, financial/MI reporting and stakeholder communication • High level of proficiency in Excel, systems and processes • Proficiency in Xero (desirable), Power BI ( desirable); ERP system knowledge • Strong understanding of accounting standards, audit compliance, and finance policies • Able to implement changes quickly and effectively • Confident communicator and effective business partner across teams • Proactive, ambitious, and committed to continual improvement • Capable of leading and mentoring in cross-functional finance environments Job Offer • A competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum, based on experience. • Access to company benefits and professional development opportunities. • A fixed-term contract offering stability and growth potential. • A supportive and professional work environment and hybrid working If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Financial Controller in the Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry, we encourage you to apply today!