• Financial Controller
• Location: South London (hybrid working options available)
• Salary: Competitive + benefits

Reporting to the Managing Director. Assisted by Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger, Petty cash, Oyster cards, Credit cards, timesheets)

Our client is a well-established London-based organisation working within the specialist arts sector. They are internationally recognised for their expertise and trusted by museums, galleries, institutions, and private clients. With a collaborative and supportive culture, they provide a dynamic environment where employees can contribute to fascinating projects while developing their careers.

Employee benefits:

1.  Pensions – auto-enrolment after 3 months, company contribution 5%, employee contribution 5%
2.  Annual leave – 25 days plus Birthday day plus Bank Holidays 
3.  Free parking on site
4.  Childcare vouchers
5.  Interest free loans (for Bicycles, Car Parking Permits, Season Tickets, IT equipment, Personal Development)
6.  Eye care vouchers

The Role

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Financial Controller will take ownership of the company’s finance function and oversee day-to-day accounting operations. Supported by a Finance Officer, you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, managing cashflow, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. This is a broad and hands-on role that also encompasses HR, payroll, and office management.

• Full responsibility for the sales, purchase and nominal ledgers (Sage Line 50)
• Client invoicing and management of portals
• Cash management and credit control, including daily bank reconciliations
• Monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet) and ad hoc reporting
• Quarterly VAT returns and all HMRC statutory filings
• Overseeing annual audit and tax computations
• HR administration: contracts, starters/leavers, employee records, handbook maintenance
• Payroll management including pensions, bonuses, and statutory requirements
• Liaising with outsourced IT provider, insurers, and other third-party suppliers
• Responsibility for company insurances, office equipment, and security systems

We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working across both finance and operations. You will have:

• Qualified Accountant with experience at FC / Number 1 Finance level
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller
• Strong knowledge of Sage Line 50 and sound accounting practices
• Experience managing payroll and HR processes
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with stakeholders at all levels