About the role
Financial Controller to support the Finance team based at our London office.
Salary: Starting at £47,472 rising to £53,993, inclusive of £4,000 London weighting
Location: London
Hours: Full-time (32 hours a week)
Contract type: permanent role
This rewarding role will lead on all aspects of the finance function, including managing the Finance & Systems Officer, overseeing the production of year‑end accounts in collaboration with internal stakeholders and auditors, preparing monthly management accounts for reports to senior managers and trustees, stewardship of the Foundation’s liquid assets, leading the budgeting and forecasting processes, verifying monthly payroll prepared by HR, and ensuring the efficient operation of the purchase ledger function.
What does the role involve?
- Co‑coordinate across the Foundation and help prepare the annual statutory accounts and all schedules for audit and act as the lead liaison with the auditors.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and budgets for review by senior management, providing analysis and other measures of performance.
- Lead the improvement of processes and systems across all aspects of finance, liaising with the wider organisation to drive these forward.
What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?
- Up‑to‑date knowledge of charity financial legislation and best practice.
- Innovative development of processes, procedures and information systems to support the work of the team and organisation.
- Demonstrable successful accounting experience in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector.
Safeguarding and Equality
Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services. All trustees, staff, and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening (Disclosure check and two recent references), with 3‑year renewals of Disclosure checks. Sponsorship is not provided; applicants must demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK.
We welcome applications from under‑represented groups and are committed to diversity and inclusion.
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