Financial Controller (Maternity Cover)


Company:	Centre for Sustainable Energy
Salary:	from £50,285 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bristol, BS1 3LH
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	28 Oct 2026
Closing date:	27 Nov 2026

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Summary

This role covers the current post-holder's maternity leave for an anticipated 15 months. As Financial Controller you will lead CSE's finance team, directing and overseeing the finance function in compliance with appropriate accounting standards and practices, company and charity law.

You will provide timely, accurate financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and effective budgetary control by our Senior Leadership Team, Trustees, project managers and other budget holders. You will line manage the Finance Manager and Finance Assistant, and be a member of CSE's Senior Management Team.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will work alongside the wider Operations Team to provide operational support that underpins delivery of our charitable mission. This is a fast-paced role and we need someone who can get up to speed with minimal delay.

To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.

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