Head of Global Controllers

Greater London (Hybrid)
£67,120 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Are you a passionate finance leader committed to making a meaningful impact in the fight against poverty?

Tearfund is looking for an experienced and results-driven Global Controller to join our newly formed team and play a key role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of our global mission. As we extend our reach to 250,000 churches worldwide, your expertise will be crucial in ensuring our financial sustainability and efficiency.

About the Role:

  • Lead and inspire a dedicated team of 22 finance professionals, driving high standards and continuous improvement across all financial operations.
  • Oversee and enhance the integrity of core accounting systems, financial controls, external reporting, and statutory audits.
  • Take a central role in the "ONE Finance" consolidation, aligning financial processes across Tearfund's global operations.
  • Provide strategic financial leadership to ensure effective stewardship of resources, supporting Tearfund's ambitious goals.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in financial leadership and management within a complex global organisation.
  • Expertise in accounting systems, financial controls, reporting, and statutory compliance.
  • A deep passion for impact, with a strong desire to contribute to the global mission of ending poverty.

If you're looking for a leadership role where you can use your financial expertise to drive lasting change, we would love to hear from you.

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.

This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from a designated Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager

All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs

The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure. 

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Tearfund View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 501 - 1000
Posted on: 18 December 2024
Closing date: 05 January 2025 at 16:18
Tags: Christian, Finance, Accounting

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