Interim Financial Controller

A National Museum renowned for housing once of the finest arts collections in the world is currently seeking an Interim Financial Controller to join the team for an initial 6 month period.

Reporting into the Director of Finance & Resources, the Financial Controller will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management of the organisation and is the first point of contract for internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and time financial reporting and produce monthly management accounts.

Duties will include the following:

• Preparation of all routine and ad hoc reports drawn from accounting records
• Production of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis
• Monthly reports for all budget holders
• Coding of all self-generated income, ensuring that recognition complies with the relevant accounting standards
• Maintenance of the Fixed Asset register (reconciliation performed annually as part of the year end process)
• Payroll reconciliation (payroll is performed by an external third party provider)
• Preparation of the annual budget and periodic reforecasts of budget throughout the year
• Monthly counting and banking of the donation boxes
• Regular monitoring of bank accounts and working capital

What's in it for you?

• The role will be offered for an anticipated initial period of six months on a daily rate or fixed term
• Hybrid working 2/3 days in the office
• Daily rate -£300-£400pd depending on experience

What are they looking for?

• A hands-on Financial Controller/Head of Finance
• You may be a Part-qualified or Fully qualified accountant
• You will be available to start immediately
• Experience working in a charity or arts organisation
• An interest in the Arts is desirable