Financial Controls Manager - Temporary

Our client, based in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced Financial Controls Manager to join their finance function on a 9-month interim contract. This is a broad role with responsibility for financial controls, month-end accounting, statutory compliance, audit and financial processes across a number of UK and international entities. Key Responsibilities Manage the monthly accounting cycle and month-end processes across group entities. Liaise with the FPandA Manager to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Develop, manage and review financial policies, systems and controls, providing guidance and support to colleagues. Support the annual audit across the UK and international group entities. Prepare UK and Irish statutory accounts and oversee accounting-related filings Ensure financial practices comply with Charities SORP (FRS 102) and other relevant regulations. Review income treatment to ensure compliance with SORP, including partial exemption treatment and supporting documentation. Oversee VAT, Gift Aid and wider tax compliance. Lead and support the finance team, providing clear direction and ensuring effective delivery of key processes. Manage the delivery of finance processes through Virtual Finance Offices across the UK, USA, India and Kenya. Oversee payment runs and act as the first approver for payments across the relevant entities. Provide oversight of financial due diligence on new and existing global partners. Identify ..... full job details .....