ACCA, ACA, CIMA

Your new company
Hays Accountancy & Finance is proud to be partnering with Positive Futures, a leading charity dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism. This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation that puts people first and is driven by values of excellence, innovation, and inclusion. As Financial Controller, you’ll play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a mission-led organisation that truly makes a difference.

Your new role
Oversee day-to-day financial operations and support the Finance Director.Prepare and present financial reports, budgets, and statutory accounts.Lead internal audits and ensure compliance with HMRC and other regulatory bodies.Manage payroll services across NI and ROI.Develop and mentor the Finance team, ensuring high performance and professional growth.Support estate management and capital asset procurement.Contribute to strategic projects and organisational development.Represent Positive Futures in external stakeholder engagements.

What you’ll need to succeed
Hold a professional accounting qualification (ICAI, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) for at least 3 years.Have a minimum of 5 years’ accounting experience, including:

• 3+ years in a managerial finance role in an organisation with £1M+ turnover,
  or
• 3+ years managing external audits.

Have 3+ years’ experience preparing financial reports.Demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Be able to travel independently (clean driving licence or access to transport).Have experience managing staff.Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of legislation and regulation relevant to the charity/social care sector.
• Experience in a charitable organisation’s finance department.
• Familiarity with operations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

What you’ll get in return
Competitive salary scale.Generous holiday entitlement.Contributory pension scheme (4% employer / 5% employee).Comprehensive employee benefits package.Career development support including accredited training.Flexible / Hybrid Working

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4715277