Job Description
Full job description
Discipline:
Finance
Job type:
Permanent
Salary:
£75,000
Job ref:
004622
Published:
12 days ago
36 Hours per week
Hybrid working - expected office days generally Tuesday and Thursday, with flexibility when required.
Please apply for this role through our partner Robertson Bell https://www.robertsonbell.co.uk/job/financial-controller-rb40153
Job Description - Financial Controller
Raven is here to make a difference, working as a team to build homes and change lives. We’re also ambitious: a sector-leader in carbon reduction, with commercial ventures and a focus on the future. But it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that sets us apart from other organisations and helps us create a great experience for our customers and one another.
Our culture statements form the principles for how we work and what we expect of one another whilst working together as One Raven.
We Put Customers First in everything we do.
We will Always Be Curious about how we can do better.
We work together to Make It Happen.
Want to be part of our community? We’re currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join our Finance Team.
What you’ll achieve in the role:
The overall purpose of this role is to prepare the statutory accounts for the Raven Group, alongside maintaining the general ledger, purchasing systems and interfaces to other operational systems, as well as leading the team responsible for managing Raven’s finance transactions , treasury, cash management and fixed assets.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and co-ordinating delivery of the financial statements for the group including leading on the annual external audit
Managing and developing the Financial Control Team
Management of the general ledger, including all financial transactions and fixed asset accounting
Responsible for the financial control framework
Responsible for day-to-day treasury management
Responsible for managing the annual rent setting process
All VAT, corporation tax and the general tax strategy for the group
Working with other Managers in the Finance and Procurement Teams to ensure best practice is maintained
What you’ll bring to Raven:
For this role, we are looking for someone with the following:
Professional qualification (CCAB or equivalent)
Expert knowledge and experience in financial management of a charitable, public sector or similar organisation
Good working knowledge of financial control frameworks, accounting and purchasing systems
Skilled communicator, with the ability to influence and engage with a wide range of audience
Proven experience leading on developing or implementing accounting and purchasing systems
Please review the job description for full criteria details.
You will also share our values: earning trust by being open and accountable, listening with an open mind, working collaboratively, and caring about making things better.
DBS clearance will be required for this role.
Vacancy Close Date: 3rd August 2026 (but may close earlier if suitable applicants identified)
What Raven will offer in return:
To create a great experience for our customers, we need to create a great experience for one another. What Raven offers goes beyond the ordinary, giving you the opportunity to join a community of people who share the same values and are passionate about making a difference.
Our reward package includes:
Competitive salaries
Fantastic work/life balance with flexible working and generous leave entitlement
Strong focus on learning and development, with opportunities to grow your skills and career
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
Funded health cash plan
Extensive wellbeing support
Voucher-based recognition scheme
Retail discounts
Discipline:
Finance
Job type:
Permanent
Salary:
£75,000
Job ref:
004622
Published:
12 days ago
36 Hours per week
Hybrid working - expected office days generally Tuesday and Thursday, with flexibility when required.
Please apply for this role through our partner Robertson Bell https://www.robertsonbell.co.uk/job/financial-controller-rb40153
Job Description - Financial Controller
Raven is here to make a difference, working as a team to build homes and change lives. We’re also ambitious: a sector-leader in carbon reduction, with commercial ventures and a focus on the future. But it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it that sets us apart from other organisations and helps us create a great experience for our customers and one another.
Our culture statements form the principles for how we work and what we expect of one another whilst working together as One Raven.
We Put Customers First in everything we do.
We will Always Be Curious about how we can do better.
We work together to Make It Happen.
Want to be part of our community? We’re currently recruiting for a Financial Controller to join our Finance Team.
What you’ll achieve in the role:
The overall purpose of this role is to prepare the statutory accounts for the Raven Group, alongside maintaining the general ledger, purchasing systems and interfaces to other operational systems, as well as leading the team responsible for managing Raven’s finance transactions , treasury, cash management and fixed assets.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and co-ordinating delivery of the financial statements for the group including leading on the annual external audit
Managing and developing the Financial Control Team
Management of the general ledger, including all financial transactions and fixed asset accounting
Responsible for the financial control framework
Responsible for day-to-day treasury management
Responsible for managing the annual rent setting process
All VAT, corporation tax and the general tax strategy for the group
Working with other Managers in the Finance and Procurement Teams to ensure best practice is maintained
What you’ll bring to Raven:
For this role, we are looking for someone with the following:
Professional qualification (CCAB or equivalent)
Expert knowledge and experience in financial management of a charitable, public sector or similar organisation
Good working knowledge of financial control frameworks, accounting and purchasing systems
Skilled communicator, with the ability to influence and engage with a wide range of audience
Proven experience leading on developing or implementing accounting and purchasing systems
Please review the job description for full criteria details.
You will also share our values: earning trust by being open and accountable, listening with an open mind, working collaboratively, and caring about making things better.
DBS clearance will be required for this role.
Vacancy Close Date: 3rd August 2026 (but may close earlier if suitable applicants identified)
What Raven will offer in return:
To create a great experience for our customers, we need to create a great experience for one another. What Raven offers goes beyond the ordinary, giving you the opportunity to join a community of people who share the same values and are passionate about making a difference.
Our reward package includes:
Competitive salaries
Fantastic work/life balance with flexible working and generous leave entitlement
Strong focus on learning and development, with opportunities to grow your skills and career
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
Funded health cash plan
Extensive wellbeing support
Voucher-based recognition scheme
Retail discounts
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Financial Controller position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.