Group Financial Controller

Job description

The FutureSense Group is looking for a hands-on, mission-driven Group Financial Controller to lead and reshape our finance function across a unique blend of commercial entities and an international development charity.

If you’re a senior finance leader who wants to use your skills to drive real global change, this is an exciting opportunity to join a socially driven global organisation that’s reshaping education through transformative travel experiences for students while making a positive impact for communities overseas

The Role - Group Financial Controller

This is a hands-on, operational role for someone who enjoys both setting financial strategy and managing the detail.

You will oversee:

·      Financial strategy and planning

·      Management accounts, reporting and forecasting

·      Cashflow, controls and compliance

·      Multi-entity financial management (charity + trading companies)

·      Finance systems and process improvement

·      A small, growing finance team (Finance Manager, Finance Assistants, and external bookkeeper)

This is ideal for someone who thrives in a lean, values-driven organisation where you can make a big impact.

Who We’re Looking For

 

You’re likely to be:

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• An experienced finance manager ready for a step into a senior lead role
• Comfortable working across charity + commercial entities
• Experienced in SMEs, charity finance, international operations or multi-entity structures
• Someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and improving systems
• Passionate about purpose-driven work and doing good in the world

 

International development or NGO experience is beneficial but not essential.

About Us

The FutureSense Group is a global Social Enterprise made up of a network of companies with an international development charity. The Group includes:

• Challenges Abroad Ltd, GapGuru Ltd, FutureSense Travel Services Ltd (UK)
• Challenges Abroad Australia Pty Ltd
• FutureSense Foundation, our UK registered charity

 

We operate international student programmes that fund and support sustainable community development projects through our charity worldwide.

We are strengthening our finance capability and creating this new leadership position.

What We Offer

·      The chance to build and lead a finance function

·      A meaningful role with global community impact

·      Autonomy, flexibility, and a supportive culture

·      Competitive salary based on experience with a market leading benefits package

·      Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing group with a powerful mission

 

How to Apply

If this sounds lik you, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a short note on your interest by email to: arvind@futuresense.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Newbury

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

18-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English