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Financial Controller

£21.2 - £24.4 per hourEstimated
Full-time

**This job closes on 30th September**

We’re an award-winning consultancy known for delivering exceptional products and services through technology. We work closely with organisations to help them accelerate value delivery and create outstanding customer experiences. Our purpose is simple: to empower organisations to make a real difference for people, society, and the planet through technology that’s efficient, user-friendly, and solves problems fast.

At Burendo, we believe that together, we can achieve incredible things.

What sets us apart is how we work. We pride ourselves on having a pragmatic attitude to delivery—we think big, plan practically, adapt quickly, and always focus on results, no matter how complex the challenge. We’re passionate about making great things happen by embracing innovation, challenging the status quo, and fostering collaboration at every step. At Burendo, caring for people is at the heart of what we do. We value partnerships, listen to different viewpoints, and believe in treating everyone fairly. And, we love to share what we learn—using our expertise to help others grow and empowering organisations to succeed in the long term.

As Financial Controller, you'll be the custodian of financial integrity across the business. You'll own everything from month-end close to statutory compliance, and lead the team that makes it all happen.

This is a genuine leadership role at the heart of the business. You'll take full ownership of financial controls, cash and treasury management, governance, and statutory reporting, while leading the FinOps team day-to-day and overseeing HR administration. As the primary operational finance decision-maker and first point of escalation below the CFO, you'll act as deputy CFO: the main point of contact for auditors, banking partners, and external suppliers.

If you're looking for a role where you can take real ownership, shape how finance operates, and grow alongside the business, this is it. Join us at Burendo and help build something great.

Requirements

Financial Control & Reporting

  • Own the month-end close process end-to-end, delivering accurate financial statements by Day +5
  • Review and sign off all balance sheet reconciliations, escalating material risks to the CFO
  • Prepare management accounts (Balance Sheet and Cash Flow), supporting the CFO with Board packs
  • Design and continuously improve the internal control environment
  • Lead the audit process, managing the timetable and owning key accounting judgements
  • Own the application of UK GAAP / FRS102 across the finance function, acting as first point of technical guidance for the team
  • Oversee VAT, PAYE and payroll governance in line with the delegation of authority framework

Treasury & Cash Management

  • Own the short-term cash flow forecast, monitoring daily liquidity and flagging funding risks
  • Manage day-to-day banking relationships, facilities and working capital
  • Oversee accounts payable and credit control, targeting a 35-day DSO
  • Own the Balance Sheet and Cash Flow elements of the quarterly forecast and annual budget

Governance & Compliance

  • Draft and maintain finance procedures and SOPs for CFO approval
  • Support the CFO on governance reporting and statutory compliance
  • Ensure all regulatory filings (VAT, PAYE, Companies House) are accurate and on time

Systems & Technology

  • Own the accounting and ledger systems (Xero, Bankline), maintaining data integrity and controls
  • Drive automation and process improvement across the finance stack

Team Leadership & HR Oversight

  • Lead and develop the FinOps team, managing workload, quality and progression
  • Oversee HR administration (records, onboarding, payroll inputs, benefits) and act as escalation point for HR matters

About You

Essential

  • Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)
  • Proven track record as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader, with full ownership of month-end, controls and treasury
  • Strong grasp of financial controls, audit and statutory reporting
  • Hands-on experience with Xero or equivalent systems
  • Confident, credible leader able to challenge senior stakeholders
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting/BI tools
  • Highly organised, thriving under pressure and tight deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience in consultancy, professional services or a project-based environment
  • Exposure to banking relationships or treasury management
  • Track record improving finance systems and automation
  • Experience leading a small team, including non-finance functions

Benefits

  • 25 days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
  • An additional day of paid leave for celebrations
  • 1 additional day of holiday after 2 years' service (26 days total) and another 2 days after 5 years (28 days total)
  • Monthly Wellness Allowance
  • Annual Learning and Development Allowance
  • Paid time off for Life Events
  • Matched Employer Contributed Pension (5%)
  • Life assurance based on 4 x your salary
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Enhanced Family Leave
  • Eligibility for a 6-month sabbatical after 3 years’ service
  • Enhanced company sick pay
  • A range of optional Salary Sacrifice benefits (inc EV Scheme, Home and Tech, Cycle to Work and Pension)
  • Exciting calendar of Burendo social events and activities

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation

As a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome all applications from members of the Armed Forces Community.

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