Job Description

Financial Controller

Core3 is delighted to be partnering with a purpose-driven organisation on a retained basis to recruit a Financial Controller.

Why join our client

Our client is a purpose-driven organisation with a strong community focus and a clear commitment to doing the right thing. They combine commercial thinking with social impact, creating a culture built on trust, collaboration, and accountability. This Financial Controller role offers real visibility and influence, working closely with senior stakeholders in a Bristol-based hybrid environment. You’ll join a team that values clarity, sound judgement, and continuous improvement.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead financial control across a multi-entity structure, strengthening processes and reducing risk
• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts with clear insight and commentary
• Own the year-end process, including statutory accounts and audit delivery
• Partner with senior leaders to support budgeting and forecasting decisions
• Build and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts to support financial resilience
• Improve financial controls, policies, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Provide clear reporting to leadership, board, and external stakeholders
• Support funder reporting with accurate, timely financial information
• Develop a responsive, well-structured finance function
• Lead, coach, and develop the finance team
  
  

Why you’re a great fit

Essential

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Strong background in management accounts, statutory accounts, and financial reporting
• Experience working in a multi-entity or group structure
• Understanding of charity accounting and regulatory requirements
• Experience with cloud-based finance systems
• Track record of leading and developing finance teams
  

Desirable

• Experience working with external funders or grant reporting
  
  

What you’ll get in return

As Financial Controller, you’ll play a key role in shaping financial strategy and supporting long-term sustainability. You’ll work in an environment that values people, encourages growth, and supports flexible working.

• £60,000–£70,000 salary
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Pension and enhanced leave
• Learning and development support
• Inclusive, purpose-led culture
  
  

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who believe they meet the role requirements. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we’ll provide any reasonable adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.

If this advert sounds like you, please apply now or contact louis@core3.co.uk / 0117 213 0300.

Visit www.core3.co.uk to view all our finance opportunities.