Your new company
Hays Accountancy & Finance is proud to be partnering with Positive Futures, a leading charity dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and autism. This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation that puts people first and is driven by values of excellence, innovation, and inclusion. As Financial Controller, you’ll play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a mission-led organisation that truly makes a difference.

Your new role

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations and support the Finance Director.
• Prepare and present financial reports, budgets, and statutory accounts.
• Lead internal audits and ensure compliance with HMRC and other regulatory bodies.
• Manage payroll services across NI and ROI.
• Develop and mentor the Finance team, ensuring high performance and professional growth.
• Support estate management and capital asset procurement.
• Contribute to strategic projects and organisational development.
• Represent Positive Futures in external stakeholder engagements.

What you'll need to succeed

• Hold a professional accounting qualification (ICAI, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) for at least 3 years.
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ accounting experience, including:
  • 3+ years in a managerial finance role in an organisation with £1M+ turnover,
    or
  • 3+ years managing external audits.
• Have 3+ years’ experience preparing financial reports.
• Demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Be able to travel independently (clean driving licence or access to transport).
• Have experience managing staff.

• Knowledge of legislation and regulation relevant to the charity/social care sector.
• Experience in a charitable organisation’s finance department.
• Familiarity with operations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary scale.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme (4% employer / 5% employee).
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Career development support including accredited training.
• Flexible / Hybrid Working

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.