Financial Controller

Channels & Choices is an award winning, dynamic company specialising in Therapeutic childcare services including residential care, Fostering and Education, based in Southeast Kent. OFSTED judge 100% of our services as ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’.

Channels and Choices specialise in working with children who have experienced trauma at an early age.  We create a secure base for all the children in our care and we focus on achieving seamless transitions so that children can achieve their full potential. Our main aim if for children to live successfully as part of a loving and nurturing family.

The post is for a full time permanent Financial Controller, working 37.5 hours per week and is based at our Head Office at Kearsney Manor Kent. We offer a competitive salary range of £70,000 – £90,000 per annum depending on experience. Further benefits include 36 days paid annual leave per year and a loyalty scheme which rewards you with extra annual leave following 2 years of service.

Role Overview

This is a hands-on position where you will be responsible for the full finance function, reporting directly to Company Directors. Leading a small, dedicated team, you will manage day-to-day operations as well as provide strategic financial guidance to support continued growth.

Benefits

• Private Optical, Dental and Audiological cover
• Private Medical care
• Loyalty scheme which rewards you with extra annual leave following 2 years of service, up to 5 extra days.
• Long service awards for 5-, 10- and 15-years’ service
• Complimentary health and wellbeing support with our employee’s assistance programme
• A supportive and professional working environment
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial team culture, leading to high levels of influence.

Key Role and Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
• Deliver timely and accurate financial statements in compliance with UK accounting standards
• Monitor cash flow, manage investments, and work alongside colleagues within all C&C departments to ensure efficient and effective budgets.
• Lead financial planning to support strategic business initiatives
• Ensure tax compliance and manage relationships with auditors and external advisors
• Drive operational efficiencies through sound financial controls and policies
• Prepare board-level reports and KPIs
• Provide strategic insight and recommendations to senior leadership
• Implement and manage asset finance and ERP systems

Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in SME finance leadership within a growth company culture
• Proven ability to manage the finance function independently
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP software
• Commercially minded, proactive, and confident communicator
• Essential sector experience required