The Role 5S Recruitment is supporting a well-established, community-led organisation operating within a regulated sporting environment, seeking a hands-on, qualified Management Accountant / Financial Controller to take ownership of the finance function. This is a senior, trusted role, reporting directly into Group Finance leadership and working closely with the local executive team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring financial control, compliance, and long-term sustainability. This position suits someone comfortable operating across strategic reporting and day-to-day financial delivery in a fast-paced, visible environment. Key Responsibilities * Full responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation * Preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and analysis * Payroll administration, including salaried staff and variable payrolls * Preparation and submission of VAT returns * Ownership of annual budgets and cashflow forecasting * Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulatory requirements * Supervision and support of an existing bookkeeper * Oversight of event-day financial activity, including systems and reconciliations * Liaison with senior stakeholders, auditors, and external bodies About You * Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) * Proven experience in a Financial Controller, Management Accountant, or senior accounting role * Background spanning practice and industry preferred * Confident user of Excel and accounting systems (Sage experience advantageous) * Comfortable being hands-on, from reporting through to transactional finance * Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage competing priorities * Flexible to support event-day operations as required * Motivated by contributing to a values-led organisation with strong community roots What’s On Offer * Competitive salary based on experience * Full-time, office-based role * High-visibility position with genuine influence * Stable, long-term opportunity within a close-knit organisation * Recruitment managed discreetly by 5S Recruitment