Financial Controller (12 month FTC)

Bayman Atkinson Smythe are delighted to be partnering with a well-respected housing organisation to recruit an experienced Financial Controller on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a pivotal leadership role responsible for safeguarding the financial integrity of the organisation while leading and developing an established finance team. The successful candidate will combine strong technical financial expertise with outstanding people management skills, ensuring robust governance, effective financial controls and the delivery of a first-class finance service. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys leading people, improving processes and partnering with senior stakeholders within a purpose-driven organisation that makes a genuine difference to local communities. The Role As Financial Controller you will take ownership of the organisation''s financial control environment, ensuring accurate reporting, strong governance and effective operational finance processes across the business. You will also play a key role in developing and motivating the finance team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach and develop the finance team, creating a high-performing, engaged and customer-focused finance function. Provide clear leadership across both the financial reporting and transactional finance teams, ensuring the consistent delivery ..... full job details .....