We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy of management and financial reporting. At FCH diversity is the cornerstone of our values and culture. We believe in creating a workplace where every voice is heard, valued, and respected. Diversity is about embracing a multitude of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that enrich our collective understanding and drive innovation. By fostering an inclusive environment, we empower our colleagues, ensuring that everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and contribute to our shared success. If you're passionate about making a difference and believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, we invite you to join us in shaping a brighter future together. We are passionate about empowering our people to be the best they can be and are committed to a culture of inclusivity. Not only this, but we aim to put our people first by offering hybrid/agile working (dependant on position), a great pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions) and many other benefits which show our appreciation for the hard work that everyone puts in here. We each work to our Freebridge Values; Belong, Own It, Think Customer, One Team One Purpose and Be the Change. In line with our five-year strategy, we are looking to build 750 new homes by 2026 This five-year strategy will drive us towards our long-term ambitions for the next 10-20 years and these first five years will be critical in laying the groundwork, investing in properties and people, hitting new targets and really making a difference. Freebridge Community Housing is the largest provider of housing in West Norfolk, set up in 2006 to receive the transfer of homes from the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. Today, we own and manage around 7,000 homes across West Norfolk, making a difference to thousands of customers within communities across an area of almost 550 square miles. We have an annual turnover of £30m and employ well over 200 people, including our own Property Services team. Over the last 14 years, there have been numerous achievements, not least delivering our tenants’ promises and bringing homes to the Decent Homes Standard, affording our customers a much better quality of living. Requirements Lead on preparing all Financial Statements: Oversee the preparation of income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other reports Develop Budgets: Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to ensure accurate and realistic forecasts Establish Internal Controls: Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy in financial records Optimise Working Capital: Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory to optimise working capital Lead Finance Team: Oversee the finance and accounting teams, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to meet objectives Support Strategic Decision-Making: Provide financial analysis and insights to support business growth and strategic decisions Knowledge and Experience Professional accounting qualification Demonstrable significant experience in managerial finance or accounting roles Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar financial leadership role Demonstrated experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS) and compliance regulations Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop finance teams Benefits £59,814.00 per annum Full time of 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday Hybrid Working Great Pension Scheme Full access to an Employee Assistance Program Customer focused, team working environment Employee discount perks including 100s of high street discounts 25 days holiday bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years)