UK Financial Controller The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.Merthyr Tydfil (with hybrid working and Cardiff office access)Up to £65,000 Plus benefits DOE About the RoleMôrwell Talent Solutions are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded not-for-profit organisation to recruit a UK Financial Controller. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation in its early stages, with ambitious plans for expansion across the UK.The Financial Controller will report directly to the Head of Operations & Finance in the UK, with a dotted line to the Group CFO. You will manage a finance team of five and play a pivotal role in leading the UK finance function through a period of transformation, system upgrades, and process improvements.This role offers significant scope for growth, including the potential to step into a Group FD role for the UK arm of the business for the right candidate. You will also interact with global stakeholders, making this an excellent opportunity for a confident, people-focused finance leader.Key Responsibilities include: Leadership & Team ManagementLead and manage all UK finance staff, setting clear objectives and performance standards
Develop team capability and support succession planning
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
Act as the first point of escalation for operational finance mattersFinancial Control & ReportingFull ownership of the monthly close process across all UK entities
Prepare consolidated management accounts and board-ready reporting packs
Ensure integrity of the general ledger, balance sheet, and intercompany reconciliations
Lead audit preparation and manage external audit processes
Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
Lead the annual budget process and ongoing forecasts
Prepare clear, board-ready financial analysis, highlighting risks and variances
Translate operational plans into reliable financial forecasts
Support tender submissions with financial budgets and analysisCompliance & GovernanceOversee statutory accounts under UK GAAP and liaise with external accountants
Ensure compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, and filing obligations
Maintain internal controls, documentation, and audit trailsCash Flow & Risk ManagementMonitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity
Identify and escalate financial risks proactively
Ensure all compliance and reporting requirements are metSystems & Process ImprovementStandardise finance processes across the UK business
Drive efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness in reporting
Support system upgrades, process enhancements, and integration of acquisitionsQualifications & Technical Expertise:ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and Companies Act requirements
Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits
Knowledge of multi-entity xdjnayx environments and financial controlsLeadership & Management:Proven experience leading finance teams and managing month-end and reporting cycles
Strong process improvement and discipline skills
Confident, collaborative, and capable of earning respect across senior leadershipSector Experience (desirable):Education, training, government-funded, or charitable organisations
Charities SORP and Charity Commission reporting experiencePersonal Attributes:High integrity, professional standards, and accountability
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Calm under pressure with confident communication skillsBenefits37.5 hours per week, hybrid working after probation and settling-in period
Private medical cover for family, life assurance, 5% matched pension
25 days holiday + birthday + 8 bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years
Salary sacrifice scheme for electric or hybrid cars available post-probation…